AddressEnvironmental Context
Socio-demographic Composition
Timboon P-12 School is located on one campus of eight picturesque tree filled hectares, 53 kilometres east of Warrnambool.
The town of Timboon is the focal point of a remote, rural community economically dependent on the dairy industry; the development of a local boutique food producers trail is adding to the town¿s tourism appeal created by its proximity to coastal and marine national parks. Timboon P-12 School is close to tourist destinations along the Shipwreck Coast and this provides employment in the hospitality industry. Agribusiness, gas production, education and health services also provide valuable employment.
The school has a modern School/Community Library, industry-standard Food Technology, school hall, metalwork and woodwork facilities, a canteen, Agri-centre and shares a sporting complex with the local community.
In 2019 the school officially opened a $5-Million-dollar redevelopment. This included a brand-new secondary wing with classrooms and specialist spaces. There are open spaces for students but also traditional classrooms. The primary campus moved into redeveloped classroom in 2019, previously occupied by the Secondary. The primary section is spread over 3 buildings including the original school built in 1948.
Curriculum Provision
The school provides a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Instruction is based on teaching students at the point of need, using Gradual Release of Responsibility to develop independence and enhance the engagement of all students. Curriculum initiatives include; Sounds Write, Primary Science, STEM and ICT curriculum, and a wide selection of VET subjects. An extensive list of VCE and VCE VM subjects is available to students. An integrated curriculum program and unit system address the domains of Science, Humanities/History, Design and Technology, The Arts, Civics and Citizenship, Health, and LOTE which are cross-referenced with literacy. Specialist teachers provide targeted instruction. Interdisciplinary, personal, and social learning are addressed within the domains and supported by a range of Outdoor Education camps and excursions. Students with special needs are well supported by Educational Support Staff and a Special Needs Coordinator. Individual Learning Plans are developed across the school for students well above and well-below the expected level of the curriculum. Individual pathway interviews take place for all students in years 10 to 12.
In 2012 the innovative Timboon Agriculture Project was created. It is a school/industry partnership initiative through which businesses and community members support and work with Timboon P-12 School¿s teaching staff to integrate `real-life learning¿ into the curriculum to:
· Support student learning and increase applied learning opportunities,
· Increase student awareness of preparation for and interest in agricultural education pathways and careers,
· Increase school engagement with the local community,
· Improve retention of students at secondary level, and retention or return of school leavers to the district.
The `TAP¿ (Timboon Agriculture Project) program is based around the local Agriculture Industry and is well supported by families, local business and community.
Extra-Curricula
The school is an active participant in district sports, including team and individual events. Students are encouraged to participate in instrumental music lessons provided at school and rock bands in Year 6. Every second year, the school runs a musical/theatre production. The school supports local community events, such as Crayfest, ANZAC, and Remembrance Day commemorations.
Student leadership roles exist throughout the school, including School Captains, House Captains, Student Representative Council and Junior School Council members.
