Lugarno Public School

Lugarno Public School is situated within a small peninsula community on the banks of the Georges River. The school comprises of approximately 270 students, with 40% of students coming from backgrounds other than English. Generous school grounds afford students space to move, learn and play creatively. The school is large enough to provide a variety of learning opportunities whilst being small enough to ensure the staff know and support each student. The students are nurtured by experienced and enthusiastic teachers who aim to bring out the potential in every child through high quality teaching and learning programs.  Student wellbeing and the provision of a caring and supportive learning environment remain the focus for the staff and parent community. Through its diverse curriculum, Lugarno Public School contributes significantly to the development of skills in areas we, as a community, regard as crucial to the development of responsible citizens and life-long learners. These areas include: developing excellence in literacy and numeracy, building flexible, resilient and creative learners, and the provision of extra curricular opportunities in sport, creative and performing arts, student leadership, citizenship and technology. Staff are committed to ongoing professional growth and learning through a dynamic professional learning community. The school aims to improve professional practice, positively influencing student learning and promoting a culture of school excellence and collegiality. Parent and community involvement in the school is active and supportive.  A dedicated Parents and Citizens Association works tirelessly to ensure the school continues to grow and improve. The school prides itself on its strong connections to local schools, local business and community groups.