Hesket Primary School, which is located between the larger towns of Romsey and Woodend and situated on the northern side of the Macedon Ranges, opened in 1870. The School strives to enhance the overall development of our students through all aspects of school life within a safe and happy rural environment. A strong emphasis is placed on mastery of the foundation skills, encouraging self motivated, independent learning and cooperation with others. Our children are encouraged to fulfil their potential through a stimulating, challenging curriculum and school environment. Social and cultural acceptance of everyone and a close family atmosphere enables our students, staff, council and community to interact creatively and positively. The community of Hesket Primary School works toward achieving its purpose by planning and implementing daily academic, artistic, sporting and social programs and administrative policies that support and enhance the individual and group. All programs cater for individual differences, strive to bring out the best in every student and recognise and support students’ academic, artistic and sporting talents. The school is working with DEECD and the community to rebuild the school during 2011 whilst retaining the historic charm and use of the original building. The school has 4.7 equivalent full-time staff; 3.3 teaching staff (including the principal) and 1.4 education support staff.