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Mackay West State School is located in an
established residential area of Mackay adjacent to fast-growing suburbs
including Planlands which encompasses the expanding Mackay campus of the Central
Queensland University.
The school currently has an enrolment of
approximately 750 students and is staffed by a principal, two deputies, 30 class
teachers, specialist teachers and various ancillary staff who provide quality
learning for children in Prep to Year 7. Many children live in the local
area and utilise the well-established bicycle paths whilst others rely on an
efficient, safe bus service.
Mackay West State School campus provides two
main complexes.
BRIDGE ROAD CAMPUS
 | Servicing 190 students in years 1 & 2. |
| Features include 8 single classrooms; 2 double teaching
areas; SEU room with wheelchair access and toilet and shower facilities;
tuckshop; covered play area; well established, shady adventure playground;
safe set-down area for cars; off-street parking; 2.14 hectares. |
PINDER STREET CAMPUS
| Servicing 560 students in Prep and Years 3 - 7. |
| Features include a combination of single and open area
classrooms; modern SEU facilities; tuckshop; modern sporting facilities
including basketball and tennis courts. |
| Large well-grassed ovals. |
| Sun protected activity areas. |
| 4.5 hectares approx. |
This school provides opportunities for all
children to reach their potential academically, culturally, socially and in
sports by:-
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Providing quality
teaching and learning in all key learning areas |
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Supporting the special
needs of individual children both in the classroom and in
extra-curricula activities, which include Tournament of Minds,
writers and artists, academic competitions and production of a
school magazine |
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Recognising children's
individual efforts with special awards |
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Utilising the services
of a LOTE teacher in years 5, 6 and 7 |
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Participating in
community activities, for example local Eisteddfod; Music and
Drama Festival, local Sugar Time Festival, ANZAC Day activities
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Providing a
comprehensive school music program and instrumental program
overseen by the resident music teacher |
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Encouraging school
sports at all levels of participation with the assistance of the
physical education teacher |
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Catering for social
development through an outdoor/camping program, school discos
and excursions |
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West offers a
non-denominational religious program for all students
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There is an active P & C Association which
meets monthly to address current issues and to provide financial support for
school resources. P & C volunteers also operate a daily tuckshop.
Community members are encouraged to be active
participants.
Our school staff are experienced, supportive
and dedicated, which assists in fostering a sound education and harmonious
learning environment for all students.
The school prides itself on its fair,
consistent Behaviour Management Program, which was formulated and is supported
by the whole school community.
Mackay West State School provides a nurturing
and enriching environment, which in turn allows each child to develop to his/her
fullest potential.
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