Capel Primary School
Location
Capel Primary School is located in a quiet, picturesque semi rural setting bordered by the Capel River to the east and farmland to the south. The spacious school grounds and lush playing fields are enhanced by red gum and peppermint trees and an area of remnant bush in the north-west corner.
Location
Capel Primary School is located in a quiet, picturesque semi rural setting bordered by the Capel River to the east and farmland to the south. The spacious school grounds and lush playing fields are enhanced by red gum and peppermint trees and an area of remnant bush in the north-west corner.
History
The school was opened in 1898 and celebrated 100 years in 1998. The school is an aesthetically pleasing blend of old and recent buildings, providing excellent facilities for students and staff. The ‘old Stratham’ School building located in the grounds is held in great pride by the community and provides a strong link to the past. Funding through the Commonwealth Government Building the Education Revolution program has provided 4 modern classrooms to replace the 1920′s classrooms, an Art/Science and Music specialist facility and resources that complement existing facilities and ensure students at Capel PS continue to receive the best educational opportunities in a modern learning environment.
Traditionally Capel was a small rural school servicing the town and farming community. Mineral sands mining in the sixties brought changes to the district with an increased student population. Numbers have further increased since viticulture, coastal development, rural subdivisions and expansion of the south west has occurred. Students from a variety of socio economic backgrounds attend the school with high attendance levels and a strong community commitment clearly evident.
Capel Primary School aims to ensure that students develop the understandings, skills and attitudes relevant to their individual needs, thereby providing opportunities for them to fulfil their potential and become a positive contributor to society.
Through engaging students in effective, contemporary teaching practice with a focus on social and emotional well being, we will provide each student with the opportunity to experience success and develop the skills and capabilities necessary for life long learning.
Our goal is for Capel Primary School to be a “School of Choice” that earns the respect of the community for the quality & breadth of the education it offers. Our objectives are:
The school was opened in 1898 and celebrated 100 years in 1998. The school is an aesthetically pleasing blend of old and recent buildings, providing excellent facilities for students and staff. The ‘old Stratham’ School building located in the grounds is held in great pride by the community and provides a strong link to the past. Funding through the Commonwealth Government Building the Education Revolution program has provided 4 modern classrooms to replace the 1920′s classrooms, an Art/Science and Music specialist facility and resources that complement existing facilities and ensure students at Capel PS continue to receive the best educational opportunities in a modern learning environment.
Traditionally Capel was a small rural school servicing the town and farming community. Mineral sands mining in the sixties brought changes to the district with an increased student population. Numbers have further increased since viticulture, coastal development, rural subdivisions and expansion of the south west has occurred. Students from a variety of socio economic backgrounds attend the school with high attendance levels and a strong community commitment clearly evident.
Capel Primary School aims to ensure that students develop the understandings, skills and attitudes relevant to their individual needs, thereby providing opportunities for them to fulfil their potential and become a positive contributor to society.
Through engaging students in effective, contemporary teaching practice with a focus on social and emotional well being, we will provide each student with the opportunity to experience success and develop the skills and capabilities necessary for life long learning.
Our goal is for Capel Primary School to be a “School of Choice” that earns the respect of the community for the quality & breadth of the education it offers. Our objectives are:
- To ensure every student experiences success and has the opportunity to reach their potential.
- To embrace and retain creative and innovative staff that can facilitate effective teaching in every classroom.
- To provide practical support for all members of our school community.
- To deliver meaningful accountability throughout all aspects of school life.
- To build public confidence in Capel PS.