About Our School
Gordon West Public School has a lot to offer!
Our Vision
To be seen as a school of excellence with a definite purpose and direction.
Our Mission
At Gordon West Public School we strive to develop in our children self discipline and a desire to do their personal best, to develop to their full potential in all facets of school life, in a caring environment where the school and community work closely together to achieve this end.
At Gordon West we aim for the school community to collaboratively develop an understanding of how effective learning occurs.
Excellent Learning and Teaching Programs in a
Caring Supportive Environment:
- strong community focus with high expectations for all;
- outstanding school pride and traditions;
- set of core values that promotes positive attitudes and behaviours;
- tradition of educational excellence;
- outstanding student outcomes;
- programs for Gifted and Talented children;
- commitment to teaching basic skills;
- balanced and relevant programs across all key learning areas;
- dedicated, experienced teachers; and
- well resourced and attractive classrooms.
Special Features:
- large Assembly Hall;
- multi purpose tennis/netball court;
- developmental play equipment;
- passive recreational area;
- extensive play areas;
- computer laboratory containing 33 computers and internet access in all classrooms;
- electronic whiteboards in all classrooms;
- well resourced library;
- three bands, five choirs, dance and drama groups;
- debating teams, Maths Olympiad;
- specialist support teachers;
- comprehensive physical education and sports program;
- tennis coaching; and
- Before and After School Care.
Out of School Hours Activities:
Classical Ballet, Jazz Ballet, Drama and Martial Arts.