Welcome to Karingal Primary School
At Karingal Primary School, we are proud to provide a friendly, dynamic and stimulating learning environment where every student feels safe, valued and inspired to learn.
Our vision is to nurture confident, capable and compassionate learners who are equipped to thrive both at school and beyond. Central to this vision is a deep commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and connection. We believe strong relationships form the foundation for success, and we place great importance on building positive partnerships among students, staff, families and the wider community. In this environment, every child is known, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Student safety and wellbeing are fundamental to everything we do. Karingal Primary School is committed to Victoria’s Child Safe Standards and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. We have strong systems and practices in place to prevent and respond to concerns, ensuring every child feels safe, respected and empowered within our care.
We are proud to offer two curriculum pathways that support the development of the whole child. Alongside our engaging mainstream program, our Montessori program provides an alternative educational approach grounded in established Montessori philosophy, allowing families to choose the pathway that best suits their child.
Our dedicated and highly professional staff are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning through best practice, innovation and continuous improvement. We place a strong focus on Literacy and Numeracy as the foundations for lifelong learning, supported by a rich specialist program including Science, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Japanese and Physical Education. Learning is personalised to meet the needs of every student, and we take pride in the strong outcomes achieved across our school.
Beyond the classroom, our community garden provides valuable opportunities for students to engage in hands-on learning, develop an understanding of sustainability and connect with the environment. Working alongside volunteers, students build practical skills while strengthening their sense of responsibility and belonging within the school community.
At Karingal Primary School, we proudly promote ‘RIPRRness’, underpinned by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Persistence, Resilience and Relationships. These values guide our actions, shape our culture and support students to grow into confident, independent and respectful individuals.
As our students transition to secondary school, they do so with strong academic foundations, pride in their achievements and the confidence to embrace future opportunities and challenges.
We warmly welcome you to experience all that Karingal Primary School has to offer and look forward to partnering with you throughout your child’s learning journey
Samantha Cooke
Principal