Expectations
- Show Respect
- Let Everyone Learn
- Play Safely
Gwandalan Public School is situated at the southern end of Lake Macquarie servicing the Summerland Point and Gwandalan communities. The school was established in 1961 and since opening has seen steady growth in numbers which is a continuing trend. The school was rebuilt in 1990 to cater for the needs of the students in the local area.
The school has a significant environmental focus, being successful in a number of competitions for the grounds and work being done in and around the school.
We have an emphasis on teaching basic skills in English and Mathematics. The welfare of both students and staff is seen as important and the school fosters a positive, caring environment where learning is valued.
School Mission Statement
At Gwandalan Public School students learn in a supportive and inclusive learning environment which fosters individual success, personal responsibility, resilient and creativity.
Students feel happy, safe and successful in a school which values them as individuals whilst enhancing positive partnerships across the community.
School Vision Statement
At Gwandalan Public School, we are committed to supporting the cognitive, emotional, social and physical wellbeing of students to enable them to become confident and creative individuals who strive for success and excellence as citizens of the global community.
‘Students will have success for today and be prepared for tomorrow.'
Gwandalan Public School continues to promote high quality students who can:
- read, write and calculate.
- enjoy & participate in performing arts.
- act as effective team members and citizens.
- recycle to help save our environment.
- choose a variety of technology tools.
- choose a physical activity or sport to keep fit and active.
- develop anti-bullying skills without becoming a bully themselves.
- believe that learning is a life long process.
