Ellinbank Primary is a tight-knit government school known for distinctive programs that shape curious, active learners.
Ellinbank Primary is a tight-knit government school known for distinctive programs that shape curious, active learners. Coding and STEM sit alongside Spanish language, while the AusCycling program and expert coaching in football, hockey and netball build real sporting skill. The school runs a FEAST cooking program linked to community food security, and offers tiered wellbeing support and small-group teaching for learners who need it. Pastoral care runs deep here, reflected in its Reset/Restart approach and strong sense of community.
Ellinbank Primary School is also known as Ellinbank PS and EPS Ellinbank.
Ellinbank Primary School draws students from the Ellinbank Primary School.
Ellinbank Primary School has about 26 students across 7 year levels, so roughly 4 sit each year level's NAPLAN test. That is too few to compare meaningfully with a national average: a handful of children moves the figure by more than most real differences between schools. Its most recent published results were Reading 501, Writing 444, Numeracy 481, Spelling 470, Grammar 503. NAPLAN is tested in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Ellinbank Primary School is a very small government primary school with approximately 26 students. It offers education for years Prep-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Ellinbank Primary School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities. The school has a value score of 39/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.
Ellinbank Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 42% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 87%, which is moderate.
Ellinbank Primary School is located in Ellinbank, VIC, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 985 (40th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.