Harcourt Valley Primary school was established in 1994. The current enrolment is 78 with a slight trend upwards. Harcourt Valley is one of 20 schools in the Goldfields Network located in the Loddon Mallee Region. Core values are Respect, Commitment and Integrity,with the overarching idea being Education for a Sustainable Future. Student engagement is enhanced by a range of wellbeing and social skills programs such as peer support and buddies, student/staff mentoring, Values Education, an ongoing attendance strategy, a house system, whole school camping program and a focussed approach to restorative practices. Improvement in student learning continues to be supported by a clear focus on professional learning in both literacy and numeracy to build teacher skills and capacity The major focus now being shifted to number. The Arts program is well resourced and includes a very effective instrumental music program and a wide range of incursions to enhance the children's learning and experiences in this area. Extra curricular programs include environmental education, the camping and incursions program and school choir The new building which was completed in mid 2009 allows for a more flexible approach to learning and is being well utilised by staff and students alike. A multipurpose stadium will be completed by mid year, making quality physical education programs feasible all year as well as offering a valuable community facility. The school has 11 staff, consisting of 1 Principal class, 6 teachers and 4 education support staff which equates to 7.3 full-time staff.