Glenvale State School has been serving the community since 1882 and has a proud history of being a welcoming school that strives to bring out the best in its students. It provides a comprehensive education to approximately 580 students from Prep to Year 7 in a co-educational setting. At Glenvale, students feel success and excel and confidently master new skills. Our Prep to Year 7 curriculum is based on the Essential Learnings in the Key Learning Areas and is enhanced with Early Intervention strategies and Learning and Special Needs Support. English and Mathematics form the foundation for our balanced and innovative teaching programs. Our computer labs, large activities hall and extensive outdoor play spaces are valued by students. Our students have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities including performances, eisteddfod competitions (choir and instrumental music), J Rock and local sporting competitions. In 2011 we look forward to the completion of our new resource centre which includes an additional computer lab. Also, the extensions to our hall, which will include a permanent stage for arts and cultural events and additional instrumental music teaching spaces, will be finalised. The value of the parental role in education is well recognised at Glenvale State School. Parents are encouraged to become actively involved in the school by volunteering in classrooms, the tuckshop or getting involved with our active Parents and Citizens Association.