About Our School

Welcome to Toolamba Primary School

Where Everyone Counts – Striving for Excellence

At Toolamba Primary School, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, caring and inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Our school is built on the values of Respect, Trust, Inclusiveness and Kindness, creating a safe and supportive environment where students feel valued, confident and connected.

We recognise that every child is unique and work to provide engaging learning opportunities that support their academic, social, emotional and physical development. Our dedicated teachers and support staff work closely with families to ensure every student is encouraged, challenged and supported throughout their primary school years.

We value the strong connections between our school, families and the wider community and encourage parents and carers to be actively involved in school life.

Learning and Educational Programs

At Toolamba Primary School, we provide a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, while offering a range of learning experiences to develop students' individual interests and abilities.

Our learning programs include:

• Literacy: Developing essential reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Numeracy: Building mathematical understanding, problem-solving skills and confidence.
• Physical Education and Health: Encouraging active lifestyles, teamwork and healthy habits.
• Visual Arts: Providing opportunities for creativity, imagination and artistic expression.
• Science: Encouraging curiosity, investigation and exploration of the world around us.
• Student Wellbeing: Supporting students to develop confidence, resilience, positive relationships and social skills.
• Tutor Learning: Providing additional targeted learning support to help students develop their skills and confidence.
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Our school also provides opportunities for students to participate in sporting events, swimming programs, school concerts, excursions, camps and other activities throughout the year.

Student Wellbeing

The wellbeing of our students is central to everything we do.

We aim to create a positive school environment where students feel safe, respected and supported. Through our school values and wellbeing programs, we encourage students to develop independence, responsibility, resilience and positive relationships.

Our approach focuses on recognising individual strengths, celebrating achievements and helping students develop the skills they need to become confident and capable learners.

School Hours and Break Times

Our school day commences at 9:00am and finishes at 3:15pm.

We encourage all students to arrive at school on time and attend regularly to make the most of their learning opportunities.

Camps, Excursions and Extra-Curricular Activities

We believe that learning extends beyond the classroom and provide a range of experiences to help students build confidence, independence and friendships.

Our outdoor education program introduces students to age-appropriate experiences throughout their primary school years:

• Grade 1: After-school activity and meal at school.
• Grade 2: Overnight stay at school.
• Grades 3–6: Annual school camps in a variety of settings.

Students also have opportunities to participate in sporting activities, swimming, school concerts, excursions and special events.

Student Leadership and School Community

At Toolamba Primary School, we encourage students to take pride in their school and contribute positively to our community.

Our Junior School Council provides students with opportunities to develop leadership skills, share ideas and help organise school activities.

Students also participate in our three school houses:

• Goulburn – Blue
• Hovell – White
• Bayunga – Red

Our house system encourages teamwork, participation and a sense of belonging through sporting events and school activities.

Before and After School Care

Toolamba Primary School offers an Outside School Hours Care program to support families.

• Before School Care: 7:30am – 9:00am
• After School Care: 3:15pm – 6:00pm

A school holiday program is also offered on selected days during holiday periods.

Families can contact the school office for further information about enrolments, bookings and fees.

Communication With Families

We believe strong communication between home and school is essential to supporting student learning and wellbeing.

Our school uses XUNO as its main communication platform. Families can access school newsletters, important announcements, student absences, permission forms, reports and payments.

We also provide regular updates through our school newsletter, website and Facebook page.

Whole-school assemblies are held on Monday afternoons at 2:55pm, where we celebrate student achievements, share school news and recognise the wonderful things happening throughout our school. Families are always welcome to attend.

Our School Community

At Toolamba Primary School, we believe that education is a partnership between students, staff and families.

Our Parents and Friends Club provides opportunities for families to become involved in school activities, fundraising and community events.

We welcome and encourage parent participation and value the contribution that families make to our school.

At Toolamba Primary School, everyone counts, and together we strive for excellence.