Healesville Primary Schoool is located in a small rural town 60kilometres east of Melbourne. The school has a long history of achievement , service to our community and tradition; being established in 1866. The School Council and commmunity prides itself on continuing to develop a safe and supportive environment where children can " Strive for Excellence", and develop strong community links. The student population of 360 children reflects generations of families and newer families attracted to the Yarra Valley. The school has excellent facilities which include Music and Art rooms, Library,Gymnasium, ICT Lab, Science and Technology Centre.Our new Junior School facility (4 classrooms and a library) will soon be completed. These facilities support a comprehensive and increasingly engaging curriculum. The Performing Arts, Sustainability and Habitat protection have been features of our programs in 2010. The addition of students from Mt Evelyn Special Development School in 2011 as an Off Campus Satellite program will also enrich educational opportunities for all students. Literacy and Numeracy strongly supported by Quicksmart Maths/Literacy, Make It Count Maths and Literacy and Numeracy coaching, remain school priorities. The staffing profile at Healesville P.S. is 27.2 Equivalent Full Time staff comprising 1 Principal Class officers, 19.2 teachers and 7 Educational Support staff. The school enjoys strong parent and community support which has been proactive in providing a broad range of enriching experiences for all students.