Ultima is located 32 km south west of Swan Hill amongst dry land farms. The school is the focal point for the community and surrounding properties. The school enhances learning by challenging every student to achieve success and personal growth in a stimulating and supportive environment that informs and involves parents and community; preparing students for the future. In 2010 the school had 2.4 equivalent full-time staff: 1 principal class officer, 1 teacher and 0.4 Education Support staff. The school is supported by a local Mobile Resource Centre which visits each week. There was a significant decline in student population for 2010 from 28 students at census in 2009 to 18 in 2010 census. This was largely due to a large grade six cohort leaving and one prep student enrolling. The teachers created a prominent culture of improving student outcomes through enhance professional practice. 21st century learning philosophies are practised daily by staff. Each student has one to one access to internet connected devices and has been learning through a variety of online learning environments. The strong partnerships between families and staff have created a unique, stimulating and supportive learning environment. Students are inspired to aim high and are well prepared for future endeavours.