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Form of workEstablished in 1875, Keilor Primary School is located in the City of Brimbank and is adjacent to Keilor Village and the newly opened DET Regional office for the Brimbank/Melton area. The buildings consist of a blend of architecturally designed buildings and relocatable classrooms; including a Library, Science room, Visual Arts Room, Performing Arts Room and Gym which is also utilised for community use.
The grounds comprise of landscaped garden areas, playing and sporting fields and five adventure playgrounds. A shaded area with a large sandpit, tables and seating has been established for students who wish to engage in passive play.
With an aesthetically pleasing environment and an atmosphere where safety, consultative decision making, caring attitudes and high educational standards are encouraged, students are provided with wide personal, academic and practical experiences.
The school has had a strong focus on the key elements of Visible Learning, especially learning intentions, success criteria and multiple forms of feedback to drive improved student learning outcomes. More recently, we have prioritised the High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) with a strong focus on Differentiated Teaching, Explicit Teaching and Setting Goals. These priorities have seen an increase in growth in student achievement data.
Across Grades Prep ¿ Six, there is a fundamental and strong focus on Literacy and Numeracy and all students demonstrating individual improved learning growth through cycles of goal setting, feedback and reflection. All teachers engage in year level and subject specific PLCs that focus on improving student outcomes through data analysis and targeted teaching. Intervention programs and Booster Groups in Literacy and Numeracy aim to cater for students who need additional time and support to take on essential learnings, as well as those who are in need of enrichment or extension.
Student leadership is facilitated via the Junior School Council and membership teaches students the importance of confidence, accountability, working collaboratively and independence. Our grade 6 student leadership group comprises a range of leadership positions, including: School Captains, Vice School Captains, Sport Captains, House Captains, Choir Captains, Cyber Safety Leaders and Art Captains. An annual Art Show, a concert by our Grades Prep-Two Junior School, Interschool Sports, regular excursions and incursions as well as an annual camping program are all key features of experiences provided for students each year. Parent and carer involvement is important at our school and encouraged, and we strive to continue to uphold a positive reputation in the community.
The school wellbeing program, The Resilience Project, focuses on the three key pillars proven to cultivate positive emotion; Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness (GEM). The program has a strong focus on connection, purpose, kindness, emotional literacy and physical health. The Resilience Project has made a positive impact on classroom learning environments, and aligns closely with classroom Essential Agreements that are based on our school values.
Mission Statement
Provide a tailored educational experience that fosters curious, confident and lifelong learners
Vision
Empowered to excel, Engaged to learn, Empathy amongst peers
Values
Keilor PS aims to create a safe, secure and supportive environment for learning with emphasis on the school's values. Our five school values we aim to instil and aspire in our students are: learning, resilience, teamwork, collaboration and respect.
