Kennington Primary School, located in Strathdale, Bendigo, is a vibrant educational institution dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for students to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. With a rich history dating back a century, the school’s values of Respect, Responsibility, and Personal Best underpin its commitment to empowering students to make positive contributions to both the school and wider community. The school’s team of dedicated teachers and education assistants deliver innovative and engaging classes, focusing on numeracy, literacy, early intervention programs, and support for students with additional learning needs.
Set on a picturesque 12.1-hectare site near native forests, Kennington Primary School boasts a stable enrollment of 600 to 660 students over the past few years. The school emphasizes a close partnership between parents and staff to enhance students’ academic and social development. Structured around nine Professional Learning Communities, the school fosters collaborative teaching practices and data analysis to support student learning. A strong leadership team, comprising Professional Learning Community Leaders and Learning Specialists, ensures effective school coordination and strategic planning.
Committed to inclusive education, Kennington Primary School hosts the Bendigo Deaf Facility and offers a diverse curriculum that aligns with the Victorian Curriculum. Students benefit from specialist programs in Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Education, and LOTE (Auslan), along with extracurricular activities like school choirs, instrumental music instruction, camps, and annual musical productions. With a focus on educational excellence, lifelong learning, and global citizenship, Kennington Primary School prepares students to excel in both local and global communities.
