Canley Vale Public School

Canley Vale Public Schoolis located in South Western Sydney in the Local Government Area of Fairfield. The school, established in 1884, serves a community rich in culture , diversity and spirituality. Attractive, modern classrooms, a hall and canteen, enhanced by the latest technology, provide a rich, interactive learning environment. The school operates classes from Pre-school to Year 6 with approximately 900 students enrolled. Class structure allows for enhanced support and small class numbers for educationally challenged students, and diverse opportunities for those with extensive academic ability. 98% of the students come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. There are thirty-five different ethnic groups within the school comprising 40% Vietnamese, 31% Chinese, 10% Khmer and 17% from other groups. Currently the school receives support under the Priority Schools Funding, Priority Action Schools and National Schools Partnerships Programs. These funding sources enable the school to provide a range of outstanding opportunities to improve and accelerate the literacy and numeracy skills of the students while maintaining a rigorous expectation of excellence across all Key Learning Areas. Specialist programs such as Art , Choir, Dance , Sport, Debating and Public Speaking are conducted by teachers with extensive expertise and experience. Further support is provided through English as a Second Language, Support Teacher Learning Assistance, Reading Recovery and Computer Education. Canley Vale PS is widely recognised as providing the most current, 'cutting edge' technology programs. Our students' talents were recognised in 2010 when they received one of the ABC's short film animation awards. We provide a 'hub' of professional learning for teachers in the wider area. Our expert teachers are asked to present at state and regional ICT conferences. Additional programs offered within the school include community languages in the three main cultural groups, science programs in environmental education, together with cultural and sporting programs. We enjoy a school culture of warmth, welcome and celebration of all school members' achievements. The welfare of our children is of uppermost importance. As a school community we are determined to provide opportunities to develop our children in all areas (academic, emotional, spiritual, and physical) so they have every opportunity to become effective, contributing leaders and members of our society.