Located north of Wollongong CBD, Balgownie Public School is an inclusive, community oriented school. It has an enrolment of 332 students with 16% of the student population identifying as having English as an Additional Language or Dialect, and 3% who identify as Aboriginal. The school was built in 1889, and there is a strong link with the local village and local heritage. This is evident with a comprehensive local history museum being located on site. The education is diverse and rich, while focusing on the core business of teaching and learning. Dedicated staff ensures that every student reaches their learning potential through a balance of traditional and innovative approaches. Quality programs are implemented catering for student strengths and needs using contemporary methodology that links to the Australian Curriculum. The strong partnership between home and school results in high academic standards and high expectations of students. The school community values the provision of a wide variety of learning opportunities including academic, cultural, environmental and sporting. Core values of respect, responsibility and real learning are promoted and guide school practices.
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