Principal's Message
Welcome to Kooringal Public School. Located in Wagga Wagga - Wiradjuri country, our school has a proud and long-standing tradition of high standards and exemplary results in academic, performing arts and sporting pursuits. Our Latin motto, ‘Prudens Futuri’ means wisdom for the future. At Kooringal Public School, we pride ourselves in developing active, honest and resilient problem solvers who are motivated, independent and well-equipped for future success.
Our school offers a diverse, inclusive environment where every student can pursue their passions and reach their potential. At the heart of our school community are the core values of respect, responsibility, cooperation and excellence. These over-arching principles, in conjunction with our emotional and social focus of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness, guide everything we do and contribute to the caring conduct and positive environment we cultivate and expect from our students and staff.
Respect: Our school is a safe and welcoming place, where dignity, honesty and respect are modelled and expected. We are understanding, inclusive and considerate of each other and pride ourselves on celebrating our many qualities and differences. We foster a culture of mutual respect among students, staff, and families through rigorous educational platforms and opportunities including K-6 peer support program, anti-racism education, the resilience program weekly focus, anti-bullying workshops and cyber safety sessions.
Responsibility: We encourage our students to interact in a way that protects the safety and wellbeing of themselves and others. We provide every opportunity for our students to take ownership of their actions, academic potential, and social growth. By promoting a sense of accountability, we help students to develop the skills and mindset needed for future challenges and success.
Cooperation: Working together to reach a goal is the foundation of our educational approach. Through collaboration, trust and partnership, meaningful relationships and friendships are formed to achieve great things. Fair play, participation and inclusion are all encouraged, promoted and expected.
Excellence: Our pursuit of excellence to develop confident, well-educated and impactful citizens is the cornerstone of our school’s core beliefs and values. Striving to achieve, setting goals and teaching diligence, resilience and perseverance equips our students with a sense of purpose, self-belief and ambition.
At Kooringal Public School, our commitment to student inclusion, wellbeing and academic and personal excellence are second to none. We provide differentiated learning to cater for all learning styles and offer high potential, gifted education in literacy, numeracy, music and technology. We set clear and achievable individual goals that aim to challenge all students to reach their full potential. Our devoted teachers employ innovative teaching and learning methods, ensuring the students are always known, valued and cared for.
We believe in developing the whole student, and our extensive extra-curricular opportunities including band, public speaking and robotics reflect that commitment. From team sports, to choir and dance programs, STEM and wellbeing initiatives including bike and horse riding, gardening activities and cooking sessions that give back to community organisations, there is something engaging and uplifting for every student at Kooringal Public School.
Kooringal Public School is deeply connected in the fabric of our local community. We believe in contributing and mentoring students to become reliable, honest and compassionate citizens. Through partnerships with local organisations such as PCYC, opportunities for onsite service providers including occupational and speech for students and involvement in community events such as our fete, our students gain valuable life skills and experiences.
I welcome you to take a friendly tour of our school and see firsthand, what makes Kooringal Public School exceptional. Whether you are considering enrolling in our school or simply want more information about our diverse programs and opportunities, we would be delighted to meet with you and your family.