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Pre-School. We are an inclusive school catering for the needs of all children. The school has a very mixed population base. We cater for many 2nd & 3rd generation ‘Amarooians’ in addition to a large number of transient families, generated by the recent expansion of many industries in Collie. The school caters for a vast range of student abilities from those with learning disabilities to those who are talented and gifted. We have an Inclusivity Coordinator and a large number of Education Assistants to support children. The Dept. of Child Protection, School Psychologist, Chaplain, Child & Adolescent Mental Health and local paediatric services play a vital role in the pastoral care of our school community. School decisions, where possible, are made through input from all stakeholders. The staff & School Council are key components of a collaborative decision making process. The school building is regarded as one of the finest examples of 1940’s school architectural style. Key facilities include a library, a music/drama room, art/craft room and a covered assembly area. The recent addition of a 5 room Early Childhood block through BER has been fantastic, bringing all Amaroo students onto the one site. We also run a 1 morning a week playgroup for children under 4 and a 2 morning a week playgroup for Aboriginal children under 4. Amaroo has continued to distinguish itself by the quality of staff it attracts and graduating students it produces. There is a comfortable balance of youth and experience amongst the teaching staff and its ability to function as a team in all aspects of school operations ensures maximum productivity and effectiveness.
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Contact Details Amaroo Primary School Jones Street Collie WA 6225 Ph. (08) 9734 1777 Fax: (08) 9734 4949 Email: Amaroo.PS@det.wa.edu.au |
Amaroo
Primary School is situated in Collie, a coal-mining town, 200 kilometres
south of Perth. The school opened in 1950 and has a current enrolment
of 430 children and 60 staff (teaching and non-teaching). Amaroo is classified
as a Level 5 Primary School incorporating Kindergarten, Pre-Primary and
Primary classes, K-7.