School upgrade

During the holidays all sewer lines were renewed and the Primary toilet block completed. 

All students are sharing this block while the K-2 toilets are being completed.  We also have a new, very clinical Sick Bay and staff toilets (one block completed).  Work is planned to be finished by early September.  Our water tanks are installed have been collecting rain for some time, and the water is used to flush the toilets.

Landscaping on Doncaster Avenue will be done next school holidays (to minimise disruption) and will match the Bowral Street/Doncaster Avenue corner already completed.

Our Solar grant application is on track.  More news later.

Work on the new Library & classrooms (on the site of the OOSCH centre, 3N room & Music Room) has been delayed and is now planned to begin in September/October. 

I have been informed the work will take approximately 12 months.

The students’ commonsense and adaptability have been impressive and I must congratulate them on their mature and sensible behaviour while work  has been in progress.

Principal’s Message

Kensington Public School (KPS) enjoys an excellent reputation in the community, with a record of high academic achievements. Our student body is characterised by a diversity which we celebrate, with 75% of students from non-English speaking backgrounds (NESB). Our community values our emphasis on the highest standard of achievement in all areas of school life. A positive and stimulating school climate is enhanced by encouraging and rewarding respect for the “5 C’s”: co-operation, courtesy, consideration, conscientiousness and cultural background. The curriculum is enriched by programs in music, language, sport, the arts, chess, philosophy, public speaking and debating and an Enrichment Studies program, in a challenging and caring environment.

                 SCHOOL STATEMENT

Kensington Public School aspires to create a positive, tolerant, co-operative educational environment, with broad and high standards of achievement, in which we prepare students to face the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

WE OFFER:

·      Encouragement to achieve

·      Outstanding academic results

·      Computerised library system and programs

·      Computer studies and a computer enhanced curriculum

·      Greek and Mandarin community languages

·      Multicultural activities/programs

·      English as a second language studies

·      Vigorous sporting program using University of NSW facilities and coaches and PSSA interschool competitions (Yr 3 - 6)

·      Fitkids – Physical Education Program (K - 2)

·      Intensive swimming classes

·      Music/Choirs/Recorders/Debating/Public Speaking/Chess/Instrumental Tuition

·      Experienced, dedicated and caring staff

·      Strong uniform and discipline codes, with high standards of behaviour

·      Gifted & Talented students′ programs / strategies