Canowindra Public School is located in a small, rural town on the Central Western slopes of NSW, situated between the larger centres of Cowra and Orange. The school was established in 1891 and now accommodates 170 students from the town and surrounding district. Our school motto is 'Striving for Success'. Canowindra Public School places great significance on creating an atmosphere enabling students to enjoy learning in a safe, inclusive environment. We aim to provide a vibrant and responsive public education system that produces literate, numerate, well-educated citizens with the capability and confidence to make a positive contribution to our society. The importance of literacy and numeracy is recognised and accentuated throughout our classes. Our school mission is to provide opportunities for the academic, social, cultural, technological and physical development in our students. The school implements leadership programs and has an active SRC who are encouraged to be involved in decision making. A strong Peer Support Program provides leadership opportunities for all Year 6 students and the Better Buddies Program provides mentoring for Kindergarten students. An innovative Kinderbounce Program, operated in Terms 3 and 4, provides positive, early educational experiences for those children who have already turned five. We are part of the Positive Behaviours for Learning Program and this assists us to maintain a productive and positive environment for all members of our school community. The NSW Department of Education and Training Core Values of being respectful, responsible and safe are the basis of all activities in which we are involved. The school fulfils an important role in the wider community and is involved in CWA Public Speaking and Country of Study Competitions, as well as RSL ANZAC and Remembrance Services. Parental and community involvement in all areas of school life is encouraged. Canowindra Public School has a small number of students from Aboriginal and multicultural backgrounds. There are seven..