About Guthridge Primary School
Guthridge Primary School opened on February 7, 1961 in the town of Sale. We have a current enrolment of approximately 200 students.
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The school has high expectations of all its students and it aims to provide an opportunity for each of them to develop as learners, now and in the future thus our motto: Securing the Future.
To achieve this, teachers, children and the wider community work as a team to create a safe and stimulating environment which encourages high self-esteem and individual development. The educational, social and emotional welfare of each student is paramount.
Both Parents’ Club and School Council are extremely active and constantly strive to provide improved facilities and opportunities for our students.
The Junior Wing (Prep-Year2) of the school was refurbished in 2004. This included a new library/resource centre, an administration area as well as five classrooms, internal toilets (both senior and junior) and a music room. In line with our desire to upgrade existing classroom furniture, new furniture has recently been purchased for all of our classrooms.
Our Classes
We currently have nine classes operating. This includes the highly regarded and sought after Modified Prep class which is unique to the area and is aimed at students who are of school age but are not quite ready either socially or developmentally for the more formal Prep year. Specialists programs are offered in Physical Education / Sport, Music, French and Art.Other special activities that operate to promote students’ health, self-esteem and well-being include:
- a heavily subsidised swimming program (at the school’s indoor heated pool as well as Sale outdoor pool)
- free instrumental tuition for Year 3-6 students a Year 3-6 Performing Arts Program the annual student Musical Production
- Breakfast Club and a comprehensive camping program for senior students (Yr 3-6)
- Reading Recovery is provided for those children with special literacy needs in the Year 1 level
- Gifted and talented children are also accommodated for through an emphasis in all classrooms in open-ended activities and thinking skills.
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) is a focus in the school with three interactive white-boards and data projectors with plans to incorporate more. The computer laboratory now provides one computer per student for whole class use complemented by computers in all classrooms. All computers are networked with controlled Internet connection.
Core Values
In 2007, the Guthridge Primary School community participated in a major school review leading to the formation of our School Strategic Plan (2007-2011). Through community consultation we also established our Guthridge Core Values of:
- Show respect
- Have a go
- Keep trying
- Bounce back
- Work as a team
Be Your Best!
These are embedded in the language and culture of our school.
Our School Strategic Plan Goals (2008-2011):
- To improve student learning outcomes in Mathematics and English, particularly at Year 4 and Year 6
- To improve student pathways and transition into, throughout and from the school
- To improve student attendance
- To improve student safety and connectedness
Parent Feedback Comments
These comments have been drawn from our official Parent Opinion Survey and we are extremely proud of being able to share them.
"Teachers at Guthridge Primary are dedicated, caring and concerned about all their students. Parents are encouraged to be a part of the school community. Staff put in a huge effort to offer extra curricular activities. An excellent non-bullying program is in place and well enforced. I am extremely happy that my children attend this excellent school. Well done Guthridge."
"We are very happy with our school."
"My child really enjoys going to Guthridge. I especially like their 5 sayings which they use their hand signs for extra special encouragement. It really works for my child."
"My son has A.S.D. and this provides extra challenges both for me, parents and his classmates. Thankfully we are all learning together to get the best outcome."
"I know that my child loves this school a lot. She's always happy going to school."
"I find Guthridge to be a fantastic school and the teachers are great and very approachable."
"I am thankful and proud of Guthridge Primary School. To all the teachers, Principal and staff involved in this school. For all the support and encouragement to all of your students. Teachers are one big valuable people in life to the lives of one individual, to help every student to achieve goals and their dreams to become a better individual and in oneself. To all the teachers, Principal and staff of this school, may God bless you richly. Thank you so much."
"School has excellent facilities i.e. music, swimming pool and dentist. Teachers are always happy and joking which I think makes it enjoyable to want to be involved in school activities. Teachers not only know about children in their class but children in other classes. All round great school for my child to attend."
"My child's school is very good at encouraging team spirit and school pride. The have a go and bounce back attitude shows in the students outside the school environment also."
"Guthridge Primary is a fantastic school. Our daughter looks forward to going to school to have fun (so she thinks) but she is learning a true sign of a great learning program. Well done to all"
"Guthridge Primary School staff are always encouraging of parental involvement. The staff are dedicated to helping each child reach their potential."
"My child really loves school and if my child is not well it's a real effort with lots of tears if he has to stay at home. The teachers are fantastic and seem to nurture them as if they were their own. Thank you! Thank you! Our school experience could not be any better it's fantastic."
