Herdsmans Cove Primary School provides a happy, friendly, supportive environment in which programs are focused around thinking and learning how to maximize opportunities for all students to reach their full potential. Student leadership, relevant curriculum, engaging learning environments and smaller than average class sizes combine to build capacity for students to prepare for the future. Our school manages learning programs for students from birth to Year 6 and involves families in partnership in all aspects. At Herdsmans Cove Primary School we strongly value parent and carer support in order to enhance student learning outcomes. Rich teaching and learning opportunities in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy form the foundation for learning in all other areas. Our aim is for strong foundations in these areas in preparedness for lifelong learning and success.

Carolyn Brown
Principal

SCHOOL HISTORY

The school commenced in 1979 with the opening of the Kindergarten with an enrolment of 8 students.  Classes were held in a house in Gangell Place.  Primary schooling was conducted in a temporary building at the back of the Kindergarten and started in Term 2 1979.  There were 8 students ranging from prep to grade 5.

The main school was completed by Christmas 1979.  At the beginning of 1980 Kindergarten and Primary classes were moved into the current school at 2 Lamprill Circle.  The school has had 5 Principals:

1979 – 1997                  Mr Colin Breward

1998 – 2001                  Mrs Lynne James

2002 – 2007                  Mr Steven Hay

2007 – 2008                  Mr Scott Padgett

2009 – Current             Mrs Carolyn Brown

SCHOOL RULES

Respect Rule

We show respect for our school, people and property.

Teaching and Learning Rule

We follow instructions and do what teachers and adults ask. 

Listening Rule

We listen carefully and quietly. We put our hand up when we want to speak.

Safety Rule

We act in a safe and sensible manner in our school.

LEVIES

2021  levies are as follows:

Kindergarten:               $ 75.00 per child

Prep to Grade 6            $ 100.00 per child

Levies can be paid in instalments and payments must be completed by the end of Term 1.  Please see the office to make a payment plan if this is more suitable. 

Families who are approved on Student Assistance Scheme are not required to pay levies for 2021.  Children who receive Student Assistance are covered for the cost of books, stationery, art supplies, excursions, performances, cooking and transport.