Welcome to Ardrossan Area School
On behalf of our school community, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Ardrossan Area School.
Ardrossan Area School is a Reception to Year 12 School. Our school is an inclusive learning environment in which all students can achieve excellence, be creative and develop the skills necessary for their future. Our students are creative and critical thinkers who positively impact on their local and global communities.
Our school serves families living along the northern coastal strip of eastern Yorke Peninsula. Local employment is centred on retail, mining, agriculture and health services.
The school’s values are respect, creativity and excellence.
Most students complete all of their education at the school. We have a strong transition program with the Ardrossan & Districts Community Kindergarten. Our school community is very supportive, with an active Governing Council and a School Community Library on-site. We also have strong connections with our wider local community and organisations. The school is well resourced and a high value is placed on literacy, numeracy, entrepreneurship, innovation and environmental sustainability programs. Sport, music and outdoor learning opportunities are an integral part of our school curriculum.
Senior school programs are tailored to individual student needs, enabling them to pursue university pathways, vocational education and training options, school-based apprenticeships and employment. To enhance the learning opportunities provided by the school, we work in collaboration with other local schools, the Open Access College, Northern Territory Distance Education and Registered Training Organisations.
If you would like to know more about our school, please contact us for a meeting and school tour.
Margaret Roads
Principal
Staff
- All
- Leadership
- Support Staff
- Teachers
Key Documents
Ardrossan Area School publishes documents in accordance with Department for Education Procedures, and legislative requirements. These documents are made public, and are available for anyone to view.
Annual Report
The Annual Report provides parents and community members a comprehensive overview of the school’s performance, achievements, and activities over the course of a year. It offers valuable insights into the school’s educational programs, student accomplishments, and organizational initiatives.
Context Statement
Ardrossan Area School’s Context Statement offers a concise overview of the institution, encompassing key details such as location, enrolment trends, and staffing. It outlines the school’s student-centred approach, including resilience and well-being programs, student management strategies, and special support initiatives. The document emphasises the school’s commitment to a diverse curriculum, highlighting subject offerings, assessment procedures, and special programs for individual student needs. Additionally, it provides insights into sporting activities, co-curricular offerings, staff profiles, and facilities. This comprehensive snapshot concludes with a glimpse into the school’s financial position and its integral role within the supportive Ardrossan community.
External Review
The purpose of the External School Review (ESR) is to support schools to raise achievement, sustain high performance and to provide quality assurance to build and sustain public confidence in government schools. The External School Review framework is referenced throughout all stages of the ESR process. This report outlines aspects of the school’s performance verified through the review process according to the framework.
Parent Handbook
Our Parent Handbook is an important resource designed to provide families with key information about Ardrossan Area School. It includes details about our school values, expectations, day-to-day routines, communication procedures, policies, and available support services. The handbook aims to assist parents and caregivers in understanding how our school operates and how they can best support their child’s education.
We encourage all families to review the Parent Handbook and refer to it throughout the school year. For further information or guidance, please contact the school.
Curriculum Guide
This guide provides students and their parents/caregivers with comprehensive information and specific course descriptions regarding the programs and subjects offered at Ardrossan Area School. It has been designed as a valuable tool to assist students, parents/caregivers, and teachers in developing an educational pathway from Reception through to Year 12.
The Curriculum Guide also supports informed decision-making during the course counselling process for Years 10, 11, and 12, helping students choose suitable courses of study for their individual interests and future goals.
For further information or guidance, please contact the school.
School Policies
Consent Forms
Uniforms
School Lunches
Available to order through the Spriggy Schools App
School Facilities
Ardrossan Area School has excellent facilities which staff and students can utilise to best meet the needs of the students. Some of these facilities include:
- Lumination Learning Lab (Immersive and collaborative learning space, including VR/AR)
- Oval
- Music/Drama Room
- Gymnasium
- Tech Room
- Trade Training Centre
- Aquaponics
- Community Library
- Gym Jams (Tuesday mornings in the Gym)
- Lego Club (Thursday afternoons in the library)
- Bounce, Rhyme & Storytime (Wednesday 10:30am in the Library)
Gym Jams
Tuesday mornings in the Gym
Gym Jams supports children to develop their physical skills, dispositions for learning and their sense of wellbeing. More specifically children have the opportunity to develop their….
- Gross motor skills – running, jumping, hopping, climbing, balance.
- Spatial awareness, being able to navigate themselves safely.
- Ability to make choices and assess risk.
- Ability to keep themselves and others safe.
- Trust, confidence, persistence and resilience.
- Perseverance and experience satisfaction of achievement.
Gym Jams also provides the opportunity for community engagement by exploring the local community and engagement in Services which support them in their learning and development.
