It is a pleasure to welcome your child/children to Durack State School and to wish them happiness and success in all aspects of their school life. Our school strives to provide high quality education programs with an emphasis on creating learning environments that are innovative and enriching. Staff place great emphasis on the development of students' oral language, literacy and numeracy skills.
We have an inclusive approach where specialists provide programs that cater for individual needs while supplementing classroom practice. Programs include EALD, learning support, oral language and students with disabilities programs.
Various enrichment programs focus on our gifted and talented students. These include academic competitions and challenges, robotics and coding, with leadership being a key focus leading up to and in Year 6. We also support elite athletes to progress to Regional and State levels. Cultural dance, choir, instrumental music and keyboard opportunities are part of the performing arts program.
Durack has indeed been very fortunate to have a new school environment that has been designed for 21st century learning and we continue to build upon this with the assistance of our P&C.
We have enjoyed the opportunity to have students enrol from overseas studying at our school. This adds a further richness to our multicultural environment.
I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to become a part of your child's school experience. Please feel free to join the Parent and Citizens Association or become actively involved as a volunteer. We gratefully accept help in the school and I urge you to get involved for your child's sake. Studies have repeatedly shown that children who have parents involved with their school do better in their studies.
To ensure open lines of communication are maintained, information is sent home regularly, via the school newsletter, eFlashes, SMS messaging and Facebook posts.
The staff at Durack State School endeavour to be role models for our students. Positive attitudes greatly enhance a child's chances of developing their full potential at school. Please do not hesitate to contact class teachers on any matter concerning your child's education. You will always be welcome.
We are very proud of the quality education our school provides. I look forward to working with you to ensure our school maintains its vitality, relevance and effectiveness.
Anja Janosevic
Principal