Established in 1964, Laburnum Primary School is set in an attractive bushland setting which adjoins the parkland of Blacks Walk, part of Blackburn Creek. The secure grounds are approximately 2.8 hectares in area and the leafy environment provides our students with the opportunity to run and play in both natural and developed play spaces. Visitors often comment on our warm and welcoming atmosphere and the friendliness of our students. 

Whilst we are very proud of our reputation for high academic achievement, our programs cater for the individual needs of all students. Strong emphasis is placed on the explicit teaching of Mathematics and English. Teachers facilitate each child's learning by assessing their learning needs and providing challenge in the curriculum.

Supporting our strong foundation of Mathematics and English, we follow an inquiry learning approach with a focus on questioning, thinking and research skills. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning, reflection and goal setting.

We teach Personal and Social Capabilities as part of a consistent school-wide approach to Wellbeing. Teachers set high expectations of behaviour with their students, based on the school values of Curiosity, Respect, Integrity and Resilience, so that everyone in our school community can Learn, Thrive and Contribute.  

We try to maintain an enrolment of around 600 students, with 40 teaching staff, 12 education support staff, 2 Assistant Principals and the Principal.  The staff profile is well-balanced, with a mix of experienced and newer-to-the-profession teachers in each team. Due to ongoing enrolment pressure, enrolment restrictions are in place. The backgrounds of students reflect the cultural and social diversity of the local community.  

Our students enjoy outstanding facilities, including air-conditioned classrooms with wireless technology. The school is well-maintained and core buildings have been extended and modernised. A $9 million capital works project was completed in January 2025. This Senior School building now provides contemporary learning spaces, architect-designed to align with our ‘Clever Classrooms’ philosophy.

Other school facilities include a stadium sized hall, a modern community centre, a contemporary resource centre, a heritage listed performing arts centre, Visual Arts room, Out of School Hours Care Centre, a school-funded STEM Centre and extensive play areas.  Playgrounds include a synthetic grass oval, shaded areas and marked court areas. Many of the school improvements are due to the ongoing support of the community, through active fundraising. 

Laburnum P.S. has worked to develop rigorous expectations and support structures to provide consistent high quality teaching and learning practices. The 2022 - 2026 school strategic plan is the foundation of the staff professional learning plan. Laburnum became a Victorian Professional Learning Communities (PLC) school in 2018, and teachers plan and work collaboratively to assess, monitor and track student achievement. Teachers participate in Peer Observation, mentoring and induction programs. The school is currently implementing the School-wide positive behaviour support (SWPBS) framework, to further develop positive, safe, supportive learning cultures.

The school has an established leadership team/School Improvement Team, focusing on  strategic priorities. Teams of teachers work together to support and emphasise school-wide consistent approaches to wellbeing and academic learning. Our Assistant Principals have key roles in leading and supporting teachers and middle leaders.

The school's curriculum framework incorporates the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, with a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy. Specialist programs include Literacy and Maths Intervention, The Arts, Physical Education, Library and Languages (Spanish). The eLearning program is designed to equip students with the essential competencies for learning in the 21st century using a range of devices.  These include iPads, netbooks, 3D printers and large screen technologies, when they add value to the learning program.

A broad enrichment program includes a range of extra-curricular offerings, including an extensive Music tuition program and Science-based activities. Grades 4, 5 and 6 students have the opportunity to participate in school camps or adventure activities. The student leadership program includes Junior School Council, a Peer Mediation program and captaincy positions for Grade 6 students. A formal student leadership program is taught in Grades 5 and 6. Across the school, we operate a Buddies program.

Laburnum Primary School encourages and appreciates a high level of parental involvement and support. We encourage family participation to develop partnerships in learning and support for our students.

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