Templestowe Park Primary School aspires to be a school in which all students enjoy the maximum opportunity to achieve their highest potential through access to a comprehensive learning environment emphasising community values and lifelong learning. Our values guide the decisions and behavoiurs of all members of our school community; Respect-for ourselves and others; Responsibility - demonstrating ownership of our actions and words; Pride- achieving and celebrating personal and school goals; Optimism - focusing on positive experiences and Integrity - always trying to be fair and honest. The school is committed to catering for the needs, abilities and interests of students in a secure and caring environment. The school's philosophy underpins teaching which encourages students to be motivated, inquiring independent learners equipped with the necessary skills to adapt to the ever changing world whilst developing their confidence and self esteem. Templestowe Park has a strong partnership between parents and staff, with a high level of participation on school council, as classroom helpers and in fundraising and social activites. The school employs 40 people which translates to 33.84 equivalent full time staff: 2 Principal class, 25.2 teachers and 6.64 Education Support staff.