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Bakewell Primary School and Pre School caters for students from Pre School to Year 6. The school has a strong focus on 'working co-operatively with the School Community to provide a safe, caring and supportive learning environment. We respect and value the diversity of our community and place a strong emphasis on teaching, learning and wellbeing (students, staff and community).'

Our school encourages the values of 'responsibility, respect, growth, trust and safety' across the whole school community. We focus on improving student achievement and outcomes and meeting individual needs by implementing relevant, interesting class and support programs using particular facilities and resources. These include Collaborative / Team teaching approaches, Buddy Class program, specialist computer lessons, Physical Education program, Music and Drama program, Early Childhood Literacy, Numeracy and Perceptual Motor programs, Quicksmart Maths program, Special Education program, On Task Training, Social Skills programs, leadership opportunities, School Choir and Instrumental program.

The school has a strong ICT program with Interactive Whiteboards in most classrooms and two well equipped Computer Laboritories for specialist ICT lessons and class programs.

With the school's strong focus on the Stages of Schooling we have a well established Early Learning Unit that provides a safe play environment for our Transition students. The focussed Early Childhood and Primary programs cater for the students' needs and development. Classes in the Upper Primary area of the school have been organised in Year 6 and Year 6/5 groupings to assist in preparing the students for the Middle Years of Schooling.

An active School Council with various Sub-Committees is in operation. Where possible community and parent support in partnership with the school is utilised to assist students, classes and school programs.

Should you like more information or a brief tour of the school please contact us.

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