Department of Education - Victoria

Pentland Primary School opened in 1993. We are a growing school with a current enrolment of 489 students.  Pentland is situated on the northern edge of Bacchus Marsh and lies at the base of the Pentland Hills.  We are on approximately 10 acres of land, comprising of a mod grass oval/running track, undercover basketball/netball court, playgrounds, landscaped garden areas and an orchard which we are continually improving and developing.

 

At present our school consists of 22 classrooms as well as art, STEAM, library, and music rooms.  We have a food technology room and gymnasium.  All classrooms and specialist areas are heated and air-conditioned.

 

The Bacchus Marsh Township has experienced significant growth during the past 5 years.  New housing developments and steady construction have resulted in increased enrolments for our school.  The age and profile of the staff have been significantly influenced.  Pentland Primary School is led by our Principal and 3 Assistant Principals and employs approximately 40 staff.  We have a combination of recently graduated and experienced staff who are friendly, approachable, diverse and committed to achieving the best outcomes for all our students.

 

Pentland Primary School is very inclusive, our school community embraces all students and families.  Diversity exists in the parent occupation and skills of our community. We currently have a Student Family Occupation index rating of 0.425.  School Council and the school leadership team have worked strategically to support families through targeted use of our equity funding.  We operate a breakfast club 5 days per week.  The welfare of the school community is an important value, in addition to an emphasis on ensuring all students feel safe and happy at school.  This will continue to be a pivotal focus for us moving forward.

 

Pentland provides education programs that are relevant and of high quality with an emphasis on the use of technology across the curriculum.  The school has adopted an integrated approach to planning and delivery of the curriculum.  The school provides comprehensive programs across the Victorian Curriculum.  Specialist classes include, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, ICT, LOTE (Chinese) and Library.  STEAM is in its initial stages, with exciting things planned for the future.  Student intervention, support and extension programs are areas we also focus on, implementing Quick Smart Maths, Getting Ready In Numeracy, Multi Lit, Mini Lit, Pre Lit, STAP, Advanced Writing and Advanced Maths programs into our school with great success. The Early Years and Information Technology programs will continue to be pivotal to our schools curriculum delivery.

 

The implementation of the Victorian Curriculum will remain a priority in building the capacity of our professional learning team.  The E5 teaching and workshop models has remained a priority and a focus for the continual improvement of teaching and program delivery. Staff are supported by literacy, numeracy and inclusion coaching.

 

Pentland Primary school offers a wide range of opportunities for its students including a comprehensive camping and excursion program, bike education, swimming program, choir, involvement in sporting teams and local competition.  We also have a Junior School Council, encouraging student voice.

 

A close partnership exists between the Bacchus Marsh College and Pentland Primary School.  We are actively involved in a Community of Practice based around reading.  We are also the partnering school for the Darley Early Years Hub located next door. 

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