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Contextual Influences "Walking Together on a Lifelong Journey Of Learning" MAR:A MAR:A (Hand in Hand)
Point Pearce is a small Aboriginal Community close to Port Victoria on Yorke Peninsula. Approximately 150-200 people live in the community. the nearest large town is Maitland, 20kms away on sealed bitumen road. Port Victoria is closer, 13kms south, once again on sealed roads. The largest regional shopping centre is Kadina, about 80kms away. The school is CPC-Year 2. This took effect in Term 2, 2006. Students from years 3-12 are bussed to attend Maitland Area School. CPC operates 4 sessions per week, Monday to Thursday mornings. Reception to Year 2 students are located in the Junior Primary classroom. Two community Playgroups operate in the school (since mid 2006) each Tuesday and Friday. Certificate 3 in Children's Services, delivered by Relationships Australia (SA) operates within the school site along with a creche to support students with young children. A number of community members attend the Narungga Campus of TAFE SA, which is located next to the school. At PPAS there exists a genuine cooperative partnership between school, families and community. The school has a safe, caring and challenging teaching environment with a focus on celebrating success and pride in Narungga Culture and Language. The parents and families in the community support the school through their involvement and participation in Governing Council and school activities. Context Statement (Please follow link to view PDF) |