Park Ridge State School offers learning
programs implementing the Australian Curriculum. Students in Years 5 and 6
study German and over a long-standing period, the school's students have
been successful in German Verse Speaking Competitions.
An innovative curriculum is delivered utilising
our eLe@rn BYO Apple iPad program. There is a strong emphasis on effective
Literacy and Numeracy Teaching and Learning Programs.
Additionally the school has implemented a whole
school targeted intervention and learning support program, which is reviewed
and revised yearly.
Teaching staff have embraced Professional
Learning Community Practice as a whole school improvement strategy where
teachers form Year level Professional Learning Teams to collaborate in
improving student learning and achievement.
Also included in the programs offered is a fully staffed Special
Education Program to cater for the learning needs of Students with
Disabilities.
Catering for all students
Park Ridge State School has embraced the 'Harmony
School' concept whereby everyone in the school community works together to
create a safe and supportive educational environment. The school utilises
a range of programs and activities such as the You Can Do It program to equip
students with the skills and competencies to develop social and emotional
maturity and to engage children in positive, meaningful experiences to promote
school as a fun, enjoyable place.
