Our School

Our Mission, Vision and Strategic Intent

St John the Baptist Primary School has a proud history of providing quality Catholic Education for students from Koo Wee Rup and its surrounding districts for over 80 years. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of education with modern facilities whilst maintaining a country appeal and a personal knowledge of both our students, and their families.

Our Mission

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Inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, St John the Baptist Primary School provides a safe, inclusive and contemporary learning environment where every member of our community feels valued and supported. We are committed to excellence in leadership and teaching practice, ensuring our students benefit from expert educators dedicated to their growth. Through a strong foundation in faith, we strive for outstanding academic achievement and the development of social and emotional wellbeing, preparing our students to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our Vision

St John the Baptist Primary school is a DOSCEL School.

We share the DOSCEL VIsion: Faith-inspired educational excellence for a hope filled future.

We aspire to live the DOSCEL values of: Integrity, Excellence and Inclusion.

Strategic Intent

Within the next four years, our students will be confident,  motivated,  reflective learners supported by staff who engage in expert teaching.

Catholic Identity and Religious Education

To promote a mature faith stance through a recontextualisation of the Catholic tradition in dialogue with self and the others.

Learning and Teaching

To develop expert teacher practice to ensure targeted student progress.

To target excellence in learning for all students

Leadership

To ensure strong leadership which empowers every teacher to lead in learning and expert teaching.

“I come that you may have life and have it to the full” John 10:10