Sawyers Valley Primary School, in the Perth Hills, has provided vibrant and robust education for over 126 years. The school is located in a tranquil bush setting featuring grassed areas, oval, basketball and netball courts, undercover area and extensive playground equipment. The new Early Learning Centre, Performing Arts and Visual Arts Specialist rooms offer targeted programmes. Also evident are the Libary Resource Centre, main teaching block and ancillary classrooms. Every teaching area is air-conditioned and heated. The school enrolment of 200 students from Kindy to Year 7 includes 57% of students living in 10 different localities. Families choose our school due to its positive reputation for quality education, inclusivity, pastoral care and parental involvement. Approximately 8% of students have disabilities and are integrated within the mainstream classrooms. The school also offers a playgroup on school site for children aged 0-4 years conducted by parents. The school's values are inherent in our mission to create and foster an environment where students become independent learners, enabling them to take responsible control of their lives and contribute meaningfully to society. Staff is experienced and offer high quality teaching programs. Specialist staff conduct Performing Arts, Physical Education and Japanese. Programs are designed for each child to reach his/her potential. Students use Information and Communications Technology including interactive whiteboards and laptops as classroom learning tools. Pastoral Care is important and conducted through Peer Mediation, Student Leadership opportunities, the 'You Can Do It' programme and a no tolerance to bullying approach. The school is well supported by a Chaplain, Nurse and Psychologist and has established links with other support services. Our Gifted and Talented Education programs provide enrichment for students who not only access the District GATE and Specialist Music/Dance Program but the school's own ZOOM programme which extends student talents and..