Building Bright Futures
Parktone Primary School, Parkdale I Identify the talent, Develop the confidence, Create the Leader
Welcome to Parktone Primary School
At Parktone, we envision a prosperous path for every child from Foundation (Prep) to Year 6, empowering them to lead their unique journeys and discover their place to shine. We aim to identify individual talents, develop confidence, and cultivate leadership skills. We focus on building a culture of trust, confidence, and resilience, where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning and personal growth.
Leadership Starts Here
Located in Parkdale, City of Kingston, Parktone Primary School is one of only three Leader in Me Lighthouse Schools in Victoria.
The Leader in Me initiative, developed in partnership with educators and supported by the Franklin Covey Association, is an evidence-based model that helps students take ownership of their learning. Grounded in Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, these leadership skills are taught and demonstrated daily, across all subject areas.
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Our Curriculum
Leader in Me
At Parktone Primary School, leadership is at the heart of everything we do. As a recognised Leader in Me Lighthouse School, we empower every student to develop confidence, responsibility, resilience and independence through the internationally recognised 7 Habits framework.
Literacy
Our comprehensive Literacy program nurtures confident readers, writers, speakers and listeners. Through explicit teaching, engaging literature and differentiated learning experiences, students develop strong communication skills and a lifelong love of reading. We foster curiosity, creativity and critical thinking while supporting every child to achieve their personal best.
Mathematics
Our Mathematics program inspires students to become confident, capable and curious mathematicians. Through hands-on learning, real-world problem solving and explicit instruction, students build strong mathematical understanding while developing fluency, reasoning and critical thinking skills. Learning is engaging, purposeful and tailored to support every student’s growth.
STEAM
Our STEAM program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics to inspire innovation and creative problem solving. Students participate in hands-on investigations, coding, engineering challenges and design projects that encourage collaboration, resilience and critical thinking. Through authentic learning experiences, students develop the skills needed for the future.
Japanese
Learning Japanese provides students with the opportunity to develop language skills while gaining a rich understanding of Japanese culture and traditions. Through engaging lessons and authentic cultural experiences, including our valued sister school partnership and Japan Study Tours, students broaden their global perspective and develop an appreciation for different cultures.
Performing Arts
Our Performing Arts program encourages students to express themselves through music, drama and performance. Students build confidence, creativity and collaboration while developing performance skills through singing, movement, classroom activities and whole-school productions. Every child is encouraged to discover their talents and experience the joy of performing. Students take part in a school production with Prep – Year 2 students proudly performing to family and friends and Year 3 – 6 students taking centre stage each alternate year.
Visual Arts
Creativity flourishes in our Visual Arts program, where students explore a wide range of artistic techniques, materials and styles. Students are encouraged to express their ideas, experiment with new concepts and develop an appreciation for the visual arts while building confidence, imagination and creative thinking.
Physical Education
At Parktone, our Physical Education program aims to develop confident, capable and active learners by building fundamental movement skills, teamwork, resilience and sportsmanship. Through engaging PE lessons, students develop the skills and confidence to enjoy being active while learning the value of cooperation, fair play and personal growth.
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Learning extends well beyond the classroom at Parktone. Students can participate in a diverse range of extracurricular activities including leadership programs such as the student council ‘Lighthouse Team’, Aerobics, camps in Year 4, 5 & 6, lunch clubs, competitions, music tuition and international experiences. These opportunities enrich learning, build confidence and help students discover new interests and talents.
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Our Vision & Values
Respect and Responsibility
Every child contributes to a positive community. We encourage mindful choices, kindness and accountability.
Be Proactive
Put First Things First
There is purpose in how we spend our time. Students learn to prioritise what matters and focus on meaningful action.
Being with the End in Mind
Be Proactive
There is a prosperous path for every child. Each journey is theirs to lead. There is a place in which every child can shine.
Community and Connection
Learning extends beyond the classroom. We strengthen relationships between students, teachers and families.
Think ‘Win Win'
Mission Statement
Identify the talent, develop the confidence and create the leader.
Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood
Our Vision & Values
Be Proactive
Being with the End in Mind
Be Proactive
There is a prosperous path for every child.
Each journey is theirs to lead.
There is a place in which every child can shine.
Think ‘Win Win'
Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood
Mission Statement
Identify the talent, develop the confidence and create the leader.