Kananook Primary School is situated in the suburb of Seaford and is part of the Northern Peninsula Cluster of the Southern Metropolitan Region.
The school is set on spacious grands in a residential area close to Kananook Creek and a short distance from Seaford and Long Island Beaches. It is bordered by Wells Road, Buna Avenue, Boonong Avenue and Lyster Close. Currently catering for eight classes and four specialist classes, The School has been described as 'Seaford's Hidden Gem' by many visitors as it is full of pleasant surprises as you wonder through the spacious outdoor areas and large redesigned classrooms. The school has tennis and basketball courts and is in the process of installing a sensory playground.
The current School Profile includes a Principal, Assistant Principal, Learning Specialist, Business Manager, Office Manager, Eight Teachers, Four Specialists and five Education Support Staff. The position provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic collaborative team who value the wellbeing of the school community. The position is advertised as .4, however as enrolment numbers are growing because of increasing popularity of the school, there may be an option to increase the time fraction in the future.
Kananook Primary School is committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment for all students. We understand that students reach their full potential only when they are happy, healthy and safe. We promote a positive school culture, where student participation is encouraged and valued, this helps to engage students and support them in their learning. Our school acknowledges that student wellbeing and student learning outcomes are closely linked. We aim to prepare students to contend with a dynamic 21st Century in which creativity, cooperative work, connectedness to the world and adaptability are key features. We promote "Stage not Age" in the curriculum delivery.
SCHOOL VISION
Our School's vision is to foster excellence in learning and positive relationships, which build the foundations for life success.