About our school

A Caring School Community

Welcome to Modbury School P-6! We are thrilled you are interested in our school. Did you know that Modbury School P-6 has a long history in our community? The school was officially opened in May, 1877 and was situated in Wesleyan Chapel, with an initial enrolment of 9 students. In 1881, a new room and adjoining teacher’s residence was built on land donated by Mr. R. S. Kelly on Montague Road, near the corner of Reservoir Road. The cost of this building was originally 965 pounds, 10 shillings and 6 pence.  The building has now been converted into a local restaurant.  By 1883, the average attendance at the school was 29 students and by 1955, it had increased to 56 students. In 1962, as the community area became more established, enrolments at the school swelled to 311 students with 7 teachers.

This dramatic increase in student numbers necessitated the building of the new Modbury School P-6 site on Golden Grove Road. In May 1963, with an enrolment of 451 students, the children and staff from years 3 to 7 moved from Montague Road into their new building. By 1966, the number of students had risen to 1000. Modbury Infant School (Preschool) remained in the old school building on Montague Road until 1967 when a new building adjacent to the Primary School was opened. Since then the school has undergone many changes. Modbury School P-6 is proud of its heritage and excited about its future.

Our School Values of Connect, Challenge and Create alongside our Positive Behaviour for Learning Values of Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Resilient all provide a focus and direction for learning in a supportive and dynamic environment.

At Modbury School, we look to have a place where students, parents and community members build strong relationships that provide a sense of belonging and positively support each other. We create confident and capable learners and our school offers:

  • A healthy lifestyle program through physical education and healthy eating initiatives.
  • Unique Early Years approach in ‘The Hive’
  • Development of technology skills through our BYOD one-to-one device program in years 3-6
  • Outstanding STEM facilities
  • Individual academic support from high-quality teaching staff
  • Outstanding Performing Arts and language opportunities
  • Excellent facilities, including a large oval, playground, nature play space and gymnasium
  • An environmental and sustainability focus through our kitchen garden

As Principal of this beautiful school, I take immense pride in leading our school alongside our dedicated and hard-working staff, students, and families, every one of us working together to make a positive impact on every child’s life, every single day. I invite you to explore more about our unique school and become a part of our unique and welcoming community.

If you ever have any questions or suggestions for improvement, please don’t hesitate to communicate with us. Together, let’s create an inspiring and supportive educational journey for your child at Modbury School P-6.

 

 

Current enrolments

Our School currently has 178 enrolled students

Our vision

Modbury School inspires children to be lifelong learners within the community who show acceptance, inclusivity and resilience.

Our School Values are:

  • Connect
  • Challenge
  • Create
  • Be Kind
  • Be Safe
  • Be Resilient

Our values

At Modbury School P-6 we foster a dynamic learning environment built upon our school values of Connect, Challenge, and Create. These values empower our students to forge meaningful connections, embrace intellectual challenges, and unleash their creativity.

We not only uphold academic excellence but also prioritise Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) through our guiding values: Be Safe, Be Kind, and Be Resilient. These values are embedded in every aspect of our school culture, ensuring a safe and inclusive space where kindness towards others is supported, and resilience is cultivated.

Our commitment to Connect, Challenge, and Create, combined with the values of Be Safe, Be Kind, and Be Resilient, shapes a holistic educational experience. Together, we inspire a community of learners who thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our facilities

STEM Space

At Modbury School P-6, curiosity knows no bounds and young minds are empowered through the exciting world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). At Modbury School P-6, we understand the critical role STEM education plays in shaping the future leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Our state-of-the-art STEM facilities provide a dynamic learning environment, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills from the very beginning of a child’s educational journey. From engaging hands-on experiments to interactive technology, our dedicated STEM spaces inspire students to explore, discover, and embrace the wonders of the scientific and technological realms. We are committed to cultivating a love for learning and preparing our students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. In addition, we implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program for our Years 3-6 learners, which is supported through our partnership with EduNet.

Oval

Our oval is fully fenced and equipped with a beautiful playground, soccer goals, and football goals and looks out onto Dry Creek.  Students have opportunities to play and be active on our well-maintained oval. 

Gymnasium

Inside our gym is a full basketball court, kitchen, toilets and a stage. The gym has heating and cooling so it can be safely used across all seasons. Our Specialist PE lessons occur in the gym. We also hire our gym facility out to various organisations to support community groups. 

Playground and gardens

We have a nature-based playground that provides a fun outdoor learning environment. Surrounding our playground is a nature garden where students can plant, nurture and learn. 

Modbury Community garden

We have a flourishing Kitchen Garden, lovingly tended by our enthusiastic students! Here, young green thumbs learn the joys of cultivating fresh, nutritious produce while fostering a deep connection with nature. From planting seeds to harvesting vegetables, our students embark on a hands-on journey of discovery, gaining valuable skills in teamwork, responsibility, and environmental management along the way. Under the guidance of our dedicated educators, our Kitchen Garden becomes not only a source of delicious ingredients but also a vibrant outdoor classroom where curiosity blossoms and lifelong lessons take root.

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“The learning experience at Modbury School P-6 is fantastic. There’s full support from the teachers, who encourage and challenge my children to always do their best.”

Parent