Ross Hill Public School

Andrew St

Inverell 2360

SCHOOL PROFILE

Ross Hill School is one of two government primary schools in Inverell. It has a current enrolment of 686 students in 26 classes across grades Kindergarten to Year 6 and includes a unit for students with disabilities. There is a strong tradition of achievement in academic, cultural and sporting areas.

The school’s stated vision promotes the ideals of:

Equity

Respect

Relevance

Participation and

Excellence.

It seeks to achieve these goals through:

· A balanced education incorporating positive academic, cultural sporting and moral values.

· A caring, supportive and informed staff:

· Community involvement, which recognises the importance of parents as partners in the education process: and providing a working/learning environment, which is safe and secure and nurtured by sound welfare practices.

The school buildings are in good condition and are set in attractive and spacious grounds.

Some special features of the school include:

• Individual music tuition and the opportunity to participate in a school and community band.

• Homework Centre operates to provide extra learning support for Aboriginal Students.

• A well-resourced computer laboratory.

• A well appointed library.

• Remediation programs for students experiencing learning difficulties.

• Extension programs in drama, public speaking, sport and environmental education.

• A well resourced Support Education Unit for students with identified intellectual and physical challenges.

• A canteen that supports the notion of healthy nutrition.

• A committed and experienced staff of 38 teachers and 9 support staff.

• Supportive parent groups including the School Council, Parents and Citizens Association, Parent Club and ASSPA – Aboriginal Student Support and Parents Awareness. These groups meet on a regular basis each month.

A Detailed information booklet is available. Please contact the school to obtain a copy.

Annual Event Calendar

• Swimming and Athletic Carnivals
• Cross Country
• Involvement in University of NSW Competitions in Mathematics, English, Science, Computer and Writing
• Regular Assemblies
• School Excursions
• All Schools and District Sporting Carnivals
• PSSA Sporting events in Rugby League, Soccer, Basketball, Netball, Touch, Softball, Cricket, Tennis and Hockey.
• Life Education Van.
• Intensive Learn to Swim Campaign.
• Visiting Cultural Performances.
• Charity Fund raising.
• Education Week.
• Anzac Day.
• Book Fairs – Book Week.
• Show displays.
• Eisteddfod,
• NAIDOC Week
• Peer Support activities – Leadership Camp, Buddy System Supports
• Tom Roberts’ Festival
• Contact with community organisations eg: Retirement Village, Churches, Christmas Events, Sapphire City Festival.