From the Principal

Baxter Primary School is a dynamic, community-minded school with a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1890, located just 3km from the Baxter township. Our school currently hosts 10 classes, accommodating a total of 198 students. We take great pride in our long-standing tradition of serving the community.

Our school is set amidst beautiful surroundings with expansive outdoor areas, including two grassed sports fields, separate senior and junior playgrounds, a basketball court, a sensory garden and a versatile outdoor space. These facilities foster learning through play and encourage active, healthy lifestyles that benefit both physical and mental well-being. In 2020, we also completed a $2.5 million redevelopment of our Junior School.

Baxter Primary School is a nurturing community where students are inspired to reach their full potential and grow into successful citizens. We actively encourage parents to engage in their children’s education alongside our dedicated, caring and supportive staff.

Together, we strive to cultivate a community of responsible and resilient learners who excel academically, creatively and socially. We emphasise values such as kindness, respect, inclusivity and encouragement.

At Baxter Primary, we are passionately committed to teaching and learning. Our structured Literacy program is designed to develop skills in reading, viewing, writing, speaking and listening within a supportive and stimulating environment. Our planning aligns with the Victorian Curriculum and is grounded in best practices and evidence-based research. We employ explicit teaching across all year levels, following the Gradual Release of Responsibility model (I Do, We Do, You Do). Our two-hour daily literacy blocks, from Foundation to Year 6, are dedicated, uninterrupted learning time. Our staff continuously expand their professional knowledge, guided by the Science of Learning, which shapes the teaching strategies in our classrooms.

We maintain an open-door policy at Baxter Primary, fostering respectful relationships among parents, students, and staff. Our comprehensive curriculum spans Foundation to Year 6, covering Literacy, Numeracy, Technology, Science, Humanities, The Arts, Health and Physical Education.

Our teachers collaborate in teams to ensure a consistent and guaranteed curriculum for all students. We utilise student data to tailor learning experiences, constantly striving to enhance student outcomes. As a Professional Learning Community (PLC), we are committed to continuous improvement.

Our school also benefits from the support of a part-time Chaplain, who provides assistance to our students and their families. Programs such as Respectful Relationships and our Buddy Program further enhance our students’ sense of wellbeing and belonging.

In addition to academic programs, we offer a variety of enrichment and extracurricular activities, including instrumental music, environmental initiatives, lunchtime clubs and an extensive range of sporting activities. We also run a weekly Breakfast Club for our students.

Our Before and After School Care facility operates Monday through to Friday and includes a school holiday program.

For a personal tour or for further information, please don’t hesitate to contact the school on 5971 1391 or via email at baxter.ps@education.vic.gov.au.

Principal
Nick Schneider

School Hours

9:00am | Commencement

10:00am | Fruit snack

11:00am – 11:30am | Morning recess

1:20pm – 1:30pm | Lunch eaten in class

1:30pm – 2:15pm | Lunch break

3:15pm | Dismissal

Bus Times