Figtree Heights Public School

Figtree Heights Public School has been offering quality educational programs for students since 1972. Our school is nestled in leafy suburban surrounds within a short driving distance to the city of Wollongong. The school has attractive gardens and playgrounds, taking in extensive escarpment views. Figtree Heights "The Heights of Excellence" Public School creates a supportive and inclusive environment for all of our 250 students. Our holistic approach to education encourages learners to be self-motivated, confident and productive individuals. Quality teaching drives our learning programs to ensure students are immersed in rich and authentic learning experiences, relevant to their needs. There is a strong tradition of quality teaching at Figtree Heights, which result in high academic achievement, balanced with comprehensive programs across all Key Learning Areas. Our students are offered enrichment opportunities in public speaking and debating, technology, sport, creative and performing arts and Inquiry-Based learning. We empower our students to take risks in their learning, giving them the confidence to take action at local and global levels, on issues relevant to them. Our school prides itself on a strong culture of Creative and Performing Arts programs, featuring weekly Music and Drama lessons, School Band, Guitar Ensemble, Vocal Group, Dance Troupe and Djembe Drumming. We promote a healthy lifestyle through participation and enjoyment of fitness activities and our solid sporting history has provided many avenues for talented athletes and sports leaders. Our dedicated P&C and parent community afford us the resources to sustain our initiatives and nurture the essential link between home and school. Community participation is valued and encouraged, as the smaller school setting fosters a sense of belonging for all. In addition, strong community support for the school is linked to positive communication practices and a recognition of the important responsibilities we share. Strong core values of respect, responsibility, care, integrity, fairness and excellence underpin school programs and priorities. Student attendance is high with students bringing a positive attitude to their studies coupled with high participation rates in both school based and community events. Creating tomorrow's leaders, learners and citizens, we are a small public school dedicated to making a big difference to our students' future. For more information please visit our school website at: www.figtreehtsp.schools.nsw.edu.au We welcome you to Figtree Heights Public School.

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LED Upgrade

The $157.8 million LED Lighting Upgrade Program will install new LED lights in up to 1,000 public schools across NSW. This means reduced operating costs for schools and improved learning environments and outcomes for our students.

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Maintenance

To ensure the safety, reliability and longevity of our schools, every school across NSW receives maintenance. The Department undertakes preventative and routine maintenance every year, and repairs as needed. The Department also reviews the planned maintenance program for each school every year and reviews those items that are predicted to require work to help prolong the life of the school buildings and facilities.

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Demountables

Demountables have been part of the NSW education system for many decades and will continue to be used across the state. Demountable classrooms are modern, air-conditioned rooms that provide students and teaching staff with excellent quality facilities. The learning spaces have the same range of technology that is available in permanent spaces. We review school accommodation needs each year, looking at changing enrolment patterns and other factors to prepare for the upcoming school year. This helps to identify schools that need new demountables and schools where they can removed. Most demountable movement takes place between October and February and we report our annual demountable statistics each April. Additional demountable installations can occur outside this window to support capital works and maintenance projects in schools or emergency responses to natural disasters.

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We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live. We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge, songlines and stories. We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education.

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