St. Pius X Catholic Primary School Salisbury commenced in 1964 under the direction of the Sisters of St. Joseph whose ethos and charism continue to be a vital aspect of the school community today. The school achieves its mission through focus on six key areas ; dignity, community, faith, challenge, care and support. These form the basis for our behaviour program, pastoral care and leadership programs as well as underpinning all policy development and daily classroom interactions. Enrolment at present is around 200 students with approximately 12% ESL learners.The school participates in many and varied opportunities to enhance the educational experiences of our students. These include gymnastics, tennis and swimming lessons, an extension program in maths, English and thinking skills, music, Japanese, PE, instrumental classes and ready access to computers. The school is enthusiastically supported by our School Board and Parents and Friends Association and is actively involved in the local Salisbury area including playing an important part in our local Catholic Parish.