About Us
Aldgate Primary School is a beautiful medium size school set in the picturesque Adelaide Hills. The school motto is ‘Learning together for a sustainable future’ reflects a strong history of environmental awareness that has been part significant part of the schools culture.
Aldgate Primary provides a safe learning environment in a calm and relaxed setting. The school places an emphasis on students being resilient learners who are able to work with others in a respectful manner while developing their confidence as individuals. The school has produced high academic results in recent years.
The school has received a facilities upgrade through the STEM building works which supports the teaching of STEM at Aldgate Primary which is a strong focus of the school.
Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include; Festival of Music Choir, Volleyball, Instrumental Music Programs (drums and piano), drama and a variety of SAPSASA sports.
Aldgate Primary ensures student welfare through a range of programs and support mechanisms. A student wellbeing leader, Felicity Godson, is available to help the support the social and emotional well-being of the students.
External programs such as ones provided by the Life Education organisation and SAPOL are used in conjunction with The Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum. All classes have a buddy class where older students work with younger students either individually or as a group. Student Representative Council and the Student Executive Committee provide students with a voice in addressing student welfare.
We value a close relationship and open communication with parents and families. Communication comes via the whole school newsletter, class updates on Seesaw, EdSmart permissions / broadcasts, email and text message bulletins. Parents, staff and students have an opportunity to provide feedback via the annual client opinion surveys. In recent years the feedback has been very positive.