Strengths, Benefits and Achievements
Download Caloundra State Primary School's 2006 annual report here.
Choosing a school for your child is an important decision for all families to make. At Caloundra State Primary School, we offer an outstanding education and are confident that, when choosing our school, your child will join thousands of happy students who have attended this school since 1899.
With a proven educational history, our strengths include:
Curriculum and Teaching
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A strong focus on literacy, numeracy and the integration of technology
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An experienced staff who strives to achieve the best for every child
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Outstanding results on the annual Nationwide Tests.
Over the last five years, the following average percentage of all students, achieved the National Benchmarks:
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Reading 86%
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Writing 94%
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Number 88%
Sport and Recreation
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A comprehensive sporting program with numerous extracurricular opportunities
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Sports development classes for students who are interested in a sporting future
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A focus on encouraging students to participate in representative teams
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Access to a range of beach programs including surf lifesaving and surf skills
The Arts
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A broad music program with access to classroom music, choirs, strings program, keyboard and concert band program
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Opportunities to participate in drama and performance productions
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Opportunities to participate in dance classes and performances
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A focus on encouraging students to represent our school at various events
Supportive School Environment
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A major focus on acknowledging appropriate behaviour
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A consistent approach to responding to inappropriate behaviour
Facilities and Location
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Beautifully landscaped and spacious grounds
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Easy access to the beach for a range of school programs
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All classrooms with air-conditioning or sea breezes
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Excellent playing facilities for students
