Our Lady of the Way School, Kingsbury VIC

Gender

Co-Ed

Years

Prep-6

Enrolments

170

Established: 1963

Principal: Mrs Grace Lucic

Address: 11-13 Green Avenue, Kingsbury 3083

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Key Information

Staff

15 Teaching

9 Non Teaching

Fees

$2070 (Primary)

Languages

Italian

About our school

Our Lady of the Way School Kingsbury is located approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Established in 1963 with just two classrooms, the school has grown to accommodate 170 students across 7 classes.

A key focus of our educational program has been the full implementation of the evidence base that underpins the Science of Reading and the Science of Learning approach to teaching and learning. As part of this work, we introduced InitiaLit in Prep to Year 2, providing a systematic and synthetic approach to the teaching of phonics.

Drawing on the Science of Learning, all classes from Foundation to Year 6 begin each lesson with a Daily Review. This ensures previously taught knowledge is revisited regularly, supporting students to retain and store information in their long-term memory.

The implementation of Explicit Teaching and using the Science of Reading and Science of Learning as an approach to teaching and learning has had a strong impact on academic achievement across the school.

As a school community we are fully committed to ensuring that children’s social and emotional and educational needs are catered for so that they are able to achieve at the highest level.

Open Days/School Tours
School Tours will be held on Tuesdays at 9.30 am each fortnight. Please ring the school office to book a tour or to arrange an alternate time on (03) 94606684

Principal's Message

The Parish and School Community of OLW welcome you and your family to our school-a place where every child is seen, supported and celebrated.

Our commitment goes beyond academics; we are here to nurture the whole child-socially, emotionally, spiritually and physically.

We do hope that you and your family will soon feel part of this wonderful community.

OLW is more than just a school; it is a community steeped in care, compassion and connection. We believe that when students feel safe, supported, and inspired, they thrive in every aspect of life.

Grace Lucic – Principal

Quick Facts

Our Lady of the Way School is located at 11–19 Green Avenue, Kingsbury, in a quiet residential area near La Trobe University.
It is the only Catholic primary school in the Our Lady of the Way Parish.
The school focuses on evidence-based learning, including the Science of Reading and Science of Learning.
Teachers use clear, structured approaches such as Daily Reviews, helping children build strong foundations.
Student wellbeing and Child Safety are a priority, with small class sizes, strong support programs and a caring environment.
The school works closely with families, with improved communication through the school app and regular parent-teacher meetings.
The grounds are spacious and secure, giving children room to learn and play safely.
Staff regularly participate in professional learning to keep teaching practices current and effective.
The school utilises the service of TheirCare Out of School Hours Care program which is shared with Kingsbury Primary School.
At Our Lady of the Way, children participate in the following specialist areas: Physical Education, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, STEM, Italian & Library.