Moruya is a town of over 6000 people located on the banks of the Moruya River, close to a series of beautiful beaches with a striking backdrop provided by the Great Dividing Range to the west. Moruya Public School has a proud and long tradition (130 years) of public education in the Eurobodalla. In addition to its historical significance Moruya Public School promotes high academic achievement and inclusive educational and welfare practices. Students are offered a comprehensive primary education that includes strong creative and citizenship building opportunities. We establish high expectations for our students and offer them the opportunity, encouragement and support required to lay the foundation for learning for life. Welfare and discipline are priority focus areas in our school. We believe that students should wear the specified school uniform consistently and with pride. We are an inclusive public school of some 360 students and 30 members of staff. The school has a significant enrolment of Aboriginal students, a special education support unit for students with disabilities including intellectual, physical and emotional difficulties as well as students with disabilities integrated in the mainstream classrooms. Initiatives include: leadership practices that foster citizenship and leadership qualities including Playground Peace Keepers; Peer Support Program and a strong and active Student Representative Council; a Student Leadership Team and comprehensive transition programs catering for students commencing and concluding their primary education. We provide and promote academic excellence for high ability and talented students. Extra-curricular activities in the sports and performing arts all combine to enrich the experience of students in our school. There is a healthy Breakfast Club program operated by community volunteers, an individualised reading program implemented by community people and a group of community people who provide a special education program in physical education. We have a dedicated and..