Very small government primary school (28 students, Prep–6) in inner regional Strathewen, Victoria.
Strathewen Primary School is also known as Strathewen PS and SPS Strathewen.
Strathewen Primary School draws students from the Strathewen Primary School.
Strathewen Primary School is a very small government primary school with approximately 28 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.
Strathewen 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.
Strathewen Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.5:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 15% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 90%, which is moderate.
Strathewen Primary School is located in Strathewen, VIC, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 1068 (75th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is above average, families tend to have higher education and income levels. 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.