Pooraka Primary School

Welcome

As you browse through this web site you will see there are things at Pooraka School that are the same as many other primary schools in South Australia. However there are some foundational things that make this a very special learning community.  

I believe the core of our unique identity is the quality of the learning relationship between students, staff and the families. At this school we work and learn together in a way that reflects our core purpose, which is to be a truly authentic learning organisation. We have a detailed student behaviour policy that includes an anti bullying and harassment policy that helps students make responsible decisions about their behaviour and supports students with strategies to keep themselves safe at school. Pooraka also has a set of grievance procedures that allows all members of our school community to follow up any issue or concern with school staff.

I feel very proud of the school and am continually impressed by the students' enthusiasm for learning, their capacity to support and care for each other, and the way they 'have a go' at so many curriculum options. The students are very successful and productive in so many areas. They perform well in all subject areas, particularly in numeracy and literacy, and they experience high levels of success in extra curricula activities like dance, sports, playing instruments, performing and entering all types of competitions.  

A particular feature of our school is the cultural diversity of the students and community. The opportunity to establish positive learning relationships with students from cultures all around the world is a timely reminder that we belong to a global community. The values and attitudes that the students form at this time are so important for a world of peace and harmony; it is a privilege to work in this community. 

Please contact us if you have any questions or comments, we will be happy to meet or talk with you. 

Jo Everett, Principal