Bowen Public School
Bowen Public School is located in a residential area in East Orange. The school is modern and well- resourced and receives additional support funding through RAM Equity Programs. Bowen Public School's priority areas are; '21st Century Learning', 'Resilience, Relationships and Engagement', 'Quality Systems'. The school implements a range of strong academic programs to achieve increased student learning outcomes. The core values of the school are emphasised through the positive behaviour for learning program, which focuses on the school expectations of 'we are learners, we are respectful and we are safe'. Student welfare practices are varied, promote a happy and safe learning environment and aid in the development of citizens who are responsible and tolerant of others. Programs to enhance children's self-esteem and acknowledge student achievement are paramount. Around forty-seven percent of the school population identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and there is a small percentage of multicultural students. The school caters for a range of students with special learning needs, through special education classes, the successful integration of students with disabilities and the implementation of strong special education programs
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.