School Profile
Milgate challenges our learners to be “inquirers, thinkers, reflective, adaptable, knowledgeable, communicators, principled, caring, healthy and global citizens” (Dalton/Anderson 1999). To ensure our learning community is developing learners with these qualities, Milgate’s quality teaching and learning is founded upon the principles of Constructivist Learning aiming to engage learners in meaningful inquiry that encourages students to pose and explore questions. It is these Six Principles of learning that are fundamental to how the multi-layers of our school functions.
Over 50% of Milgate students work above their expected level of learning. Challenge and Support programs are provided to ensure all students reach their full potential. Curriculum design implementation and monitoring in keeping with community goals, is delivered by professional learning teams.
Milgate’s Learning community is underpinned by strong school community partnerships. The cohesive relationships within our school community celebrate and demonstrate the values we, as a society, attest to. (49% of students come from countries outside Australia) Parents are actively involved in the planning and provision of our classroom programs including specialist programs, and parent groups such as the English as a Second Language Network, Friends of LOTE Group, coaching in sporting programs, School Council attending camps and excursions, fundraising and working bees. Student, staff and parent contributions are recognised, valued and essential to the success of our school.
The Milgate Primary School Council performs an integral role in the core business of learning within the school. Sub-committees report monthly to Council and are representative of the community.
Milgate is dedicated to building strong community relationships, positive student achievements, supportive working environment and seeking out new knowledge to further support the thinking skills and creativity of its vibrant learning community.