St John Vianney’s Primary School, Parkdale VIC
Gender
Co-Ed
Years
Prep-6
Enrolments
135
Established: 1960
Principal: Mr Mick Schinck
Address: Brisbane Terrace, Parkdale 3195
Key Information
Staff
15 Teaching
8 Non Teaching
Fees
See Website (Primary)
Languages
Japanese
About our school
St John Vianney’s school is located adjacent to municipal parklands, sports ovals, the Don Tatnell Swimming Complex and the Mordialloc Community Centre.
St John Vianney’s is a small, Catholic, coeducational parish primary school, Prep to Year 6.
An atmosphere of welcome, warmth and affection characterises the school, in which all students are known personally and encouraged, challenged and supported in their learning by a caring and dedicated staff.
We strive to make our policies, structures and relationships a reflection of our belief in gospel values.
Parent involvement and participation are highly valued. The development of a strong partnership between home and school is of vital importance. There is a wide base of parent involvement and support:
• Parish Education Board
• Curriculum development
• Parents and Friends Association
• Fundraising activities
• Classroom program support
•Sports program
Open Days/School Tours
We would love you to come and visit our school.
For more information contact our office on 9580 5812 or Book a Tour HERE
Principal's Message
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to St. John Vianney’s Primary School, Parkdale.
At SJV, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming school where everyone is valued, respected and “Every child – Every opportunity” is fundamental to all that we do. Our committed and professional staff provide a safe, caring environment where we aim to engender a love of learning in every student.
St John Vianney’s is an outstanding school that is well known in Catholic Education for its academic excellence, its strong approach to student wellbeing and a welcoming community where parent involvement and participation is highly valued. It has a strong partnership between home and school that has been fostered and developed.
Our students are at the centre of our work and we are committed to implement and put into practice expert teaching across all classrooms, to educate 100% of our students 100% of the time ensuring quality learning and teaching programs reflect a comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum.
St. John Vianney’s School is a close-knit and welcoming community. Our school motto, ‘Love Conquers’, reflects both our belief in and our commitment to respecting and developing the uniqueness and potential of each person within the context of Catholic faith and education.
We invite you to contact us should you like to find out more about our community and enrolments and to discover that SJV is the place to be for you and your family.
Mr Michael Schinck – Principal
Quick Facts
- CLaSS and First Step literacy initiatives
- Intervention programs for English and Mathematics
- Computer lab
- Computers in all classrooms
- Specialist programs, including music, Indonesian, physical education, library, art
- St John Vianney’s Parkdale is excited to share with the community our new building project commencing in 2025. A new administration block will be constructed to ensure a stronger street presence and school identity. The building works will also consist of creating an outdoor focal point for the school community, including a landscaped space for outdoor learning, and a stronger bond with the natural environment. We wish to create an environment that develops physical and mental wellbeing by enabling better connection to nature.
