St Joan of Arc Primary School, Brighton VIC
Gender
Co-Ed
Years
Prep-6
Enrolments
374
Established: 1921
Principal: Mr Tony McMahon
Address: 30 Dendy Street, Brighton 3186
Key Information
Staff
30 Teaching
12 Non Teaching
Fees
See Website (Primary)
Languages
Japanese
About our school
St Joan of Arc is a co-educational parish primary school in the Melbourne bayside suburb of Brighton. Established in 1921 under the guidance of the Presentation Sisters, the school is now governed by a lay Principal and staff. The school currently has an enrolment of approximately 390 students, consisting of seventeen class groups. There are two or three classes in each year level, with approximately 25 students in each class.
We support students to become successful learners, confident individuals, and active and informed citizens by providing a comprehensive and inclusive curriculum. We build on essential skills and authentic contemporary learning which is both interactive and innovative. Our learning program enables and encourages students to think critically, work creatively, analyse information and solve problems. We cater for individual needs, learning styles, backgrounds, perspectives and interests to prepare children for the challenges of being part of a complex global community.
Principal's Message
I wish to extend a warm welcome to your family on behalf of the St Joan of Arc community. As principal I look forward to working with you and your child and hope that your child finds, in our school, a happy, friendly and secure atmosphere and one which will stimulate their desire to learn and discover. Children of today are facing a society that is constantly changing. The intimate family nature of our school enables us to know each child and give them the individual skills needed for them to face the world of tomorrow.
We believe our role as educators is to work in partnership with parents, acknowledging the learning that has already occurred at home. Children need to observe their parents and teachers sharing common beliefs, attitudes and goals. When they experience this they will feel more secure and purposeful. Through participation in the St Joan of Arc Religious Education Program, children will be encouraged in an atmosphere of positiveness and supportiveness. They will develop a healthy self-concept and respect the values and beliefs of others.
We will promote the spiritual, personal and academic growth of each student. This is achieved through the extensive range of academic, sporting and cultural activities organised by the school. Our school is a Learning Community. We strive for excellence, and this has been celebrated with excellent academic results, recognising that we are working together collaboratively, with shared goals and co-learning for continuous improvement. Teachers model a love for learning.
Being principal at St Joan of Arc is a privilege, brings me much joy and many opportunities for learning and developing relationships. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss them. The staff and I look forward to welcoming you to the St Joan of Arc School Community.
Yours sincerely,
Tony McMahon – Principal
Quick Facts
- At St Joan of Arc School we have a strong focus on literacy (the CLaSS Program) and numeracy.
- We have support programs for students with special needs and those who display particular aptitude in given subjects.
- We have specialist teachers for Music, Physical Education, Library and LOTE (Japanese) programs.
- We have a Skipping Team competing at state level, a School Band and a School Choir.
- At St Joan of Arc there is also a Special Events program that features events such as St Joan of Arc Feast Day; a Mothers’ Day Paraliturgy and a Fathers’ Day Breakfast.
- The newly refurbished classrooms are airconditioned, the grounds are beautifully landscaped (with adequate shade provision) and there is attractive play equipment.
- After-school and holiday programs are available, as are after-school tennis and music programs.
- Active involvement from the parent body is most welcomed and valued.
