"Explore & Achieve"

A bushland environment

Lapstone Public is a small and friendly school that cares for its students and community. A special feature of Lapstone is its proven capacity to respond to the wide range of needs of students from many different backgrounds. Buildings are modern and built on a beautiful site of undulating grounds surrounded by Blue Mountains National Park.

A strong community spirit

Strong community spirit and excellent parent involvement support an experienced staff in providing a wide range of educational opportunities.

An experienced and dedicated staff

Professional staff with a wealth of specialist skills are in touch with current educational developments.

Excellent sporting fields and adventure playground

• Literacy programs emphasise reading, writing, listening, speaking and debating, foster critical thinking and love of literature. 
• Mathematics programs develop skills in number, space and measurement and extend children to their full potential. 
• Science & Technology programs promote investigative ability and research skills. 
• Programs that study Human Society and its changing environment. 
• A comprehensive German language program for Year 1-6 students. 
• Creative and Practical Arts programs which provide opportunities for valued creative expression. 
• Comprehensive band, choir and class music programs with skilled teachers and tutors. Most students in Years 3-6 are in the band which has an impressive performance record, which together with the choir, has the distinction of performing at the Opera House. 
• Personal Development, Health and Physical Education programs develop self esteem, healthy bodies, physical skills, fitness and team work through a variety of games with opportunities for children to compete in athletics, cross country and swimming carnivals. 
• “Togetherness” programs help children belong and feel good about themselves - a program that helps the many families associated with the nearby RAAF bases become part of the school community. 
• Computer education is integrated with all areas of the curriculum. All the school’s computers are networked and all students have their own internal email address. 
• Enrichment programs extend students with identified gifts and talents. 
• Individual programs are developed for students with learning difficulties.
• Students with physical needs such as diabetes, spina bifida, sight and hearing loss are successfully integrated.
• Camps and excursions make the curriculum relevant and meaningful.

Outstanding levels of achievement

• Consistently high standards of achievement in the annual Basic Skills Tests of literacy and numeracy
• Distinctions and Credits regularly achieved in the annual University of NSW Maths Olympiads and English competitions
• Champion and runner-up in Lower Mountains Schools Debating competitions
• Outstanding individual student performances in literature, music and state and national representation in wheelchair

Excellent performance opportunities in choral and instrumental music

• Quality performances by the choir and concert band have occurred at the Opera House, the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, at the opening of the Australian Schools’ Hockey Tournament, at the Schools’ Spectacular in the Entertainment Centre and in numerous concerts for schools and the community.

• A positive pupil welfare and award scheme recognises and encourages student endeavour

Out of School Hours Care Program

Lapstone Out Of School Hours (LOOSH) provides out of school hours (6.45-8.30 am and 3.00-6.00 pm) and vacation care (6.45am - 6.00pm) for Primary aged students in a purpose-built building in the school grounds. Preference is given to families of students enrolled at Lapstone. Fees are minimal with Commonwealth rebates on a needs basis.

Friendship and Leadership Opportunities

• An effective Student Representative Council, with representatives from Years 2-6, has implemented many improvements including a comprehensive re-cycling program.
• Leadership training programs have given students skills in negotiation, conflict resolution and team-building.

Lapstone welcomes new families

Lapstone welcomes new families into the district by providing a stimulating and quality educational program. Enrolments are not restricted to families in the local area. If you are looking for a school for your child please contact us on 4739 2208 or fax 4739 2301. Make an appointment to speak to the Principal and staff, inspect the school and grounds and observe the children at work. Our address is Explorers Road, Glenbrook - on the corner of Achievement Avenue.

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