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Fitzroy North Primary School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 384
Type Co-educational
Opened 1875
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Taught languages Italian, Mandarin
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Fitzroy North Primary School sits in Melbourne's north and serves students aged 3 to 12. The school pursues International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme candidacy for full accreditation in 2025. The inquiry-based curriculum develops curious learners. Reading blends phonics in the Junior years with decodable readers, while Senior Reading emphasizes comprehension and textual analysis. Writing uses the Language Experience Approach to integrate speaking, listening and writing. Mathematics features explicit teaching with differentiation and enrichment through Maths Explorer and Maths Olympiad, guided by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0. The Arts and Physical Education are strong strands; Music offers instruments and ensembles, Art covers a range of media, Languages and Science are core areas, with Auslan as a specialist language program; Tutor Learning Initiative. Capital works 2025 delivered purpose-built classrooms; 60 Chromebooks support digital learning. The community is diverse, representing seventeen language groups, with student leadership via the Junior School Council.

Fitzroy North Primary School, Fergie Street, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

The Essentials

Fitzroy North Primary School has 384 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Fitzroy North Primary School is located on Fergie Street, Fitzroy North, Australia. It is a vibrant, inclusive community that supports each child's learning journey.

Stages
Foundation to Year 6

Additional learning support
The school meets and supports each child at their point of individual need.

Country affiliation
Australia

School day structure
Yard supervision runs 8:45am–9:00am and Soft Start is 8:50am–9:00am. The school day runs 9:00am–3:30pm, with breaks 11:10am–11:50am and 1:50pm–2:30pm, and end-of-day supervision 3:30pm–3:45pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
No compulsory school uniform. An optional polo shirt is available to purchase at the school office. Prep T-shirts and Grade 6 jackets are available to families.

Governance and Ownership
A Victorian government school governed by a School Council comprising parents and staff, with DET representation on the Council.
Fees
Application fees

- There is no application fee for enrolment at Fitzroy North Primary School; enrolment is managed directly with the school and by contacting the school office.

Tuition fees by year group (P–6)

- There are no compulsory tuition fees for any year level. Education and core instruction are provided as free instruction under the Victorian system. Instead, the school requests voluntary annual family contributions to support classroom resources and programs.

- Curriculum contribution (recommended, voluntary): AUD 250 per child per year. This contribution is requested to cover classroom consumables, online digital subscriptions, shared ICT devices, printing/photocopying and related classroom resources. The requested amount is the same for all year levels.

Per-term breakdown

- The curriculum contribution is requested as an annual amount (AUD 250 per child). The school does not publish a compulsory per-term tuition charge; families may choose how to pay the annual contribution and can discuss instalment arrangements with the school.

Other suggested contributions and user‑pays items

- Other suggested contributions (voluntary, guide amounts):
- First Aid equipment: AUD 50.
- Specialist facilities (upkeep of music, art, STEM, garden, library): AUD 50.
- School maintenance and improvements: AUD 100.
- Student Support Fund (assistance for families in hardship, excursions, camps): AUD 100.

- Tax-deductible donations (Building Fund and Library Fund): families may nominate an amount; suggested options include AUD 50, AUD 100, AUD 250 or AUD 500. These donations are tax-deductible and used for school infrastructure or library resources.

- Extra-curricular items and activities (incursions, excursions, swimming programs, interschool sport, camps, optional clubs): these are provided on a user‑pays basis. Specific costs for these activities are charged separately when offered and communicated to families during the year.

Uniform and clothing costs

- The school operates a student dress code and does not require a compulsory uniform. Optional branded items are available for purchase (for example, a school polo, Prep t-shirts and Grade 6 jackets) via the school office; prices for optional items are set by the school or supplier and are not listed in the family contributions overview. Families facing financial difficulty can access assistance schemes.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Fitzroy North Primary School is a local day primary school and does not offer boarding facilities.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Voluntary contributions are requested annually. Payment of voluntary contributions for the 2026 school year could be made from Monday 19 January 2026 via the school's Compass payment system. Families unable to use Compass or who wish to arrange instalments are asked to contact the school office to arrange alternative payment terms. Suggested contributions are voluntary; the school follows Departmental guidance on parent payments and financial help provisions.

Refund information

- Refunds for parent payments are dealt with on a case‑by‑case basis at the discretion of the school. Refunds will be provided where the school deems it reasonable and fair, taking into account whether a cost to the school has already been incurred and relevant Department of Education policies and financial‑help arrangements.

Fee payment options

- Primary payment method for voluntary contributions: Compass (online payment platform). Payment via Compass is the school's preferred/easiest method. If families cannot use Compass, they should contact the school office to discuss alternative payment arrangements. Contact details for payment support include the school office phone (03) 9481 5860 and the Business Manager or nominated contact as listed by the school. An email contact for payment enquiries is provided in school communications.

Notes on financial support

- The school offers a range of supports for families experiencing financial hardship, including the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF), instalment options and referrals to State Schools' Relief for clothing assistance. Families seeking confidential assistance or alternative payment arrangements are directed to contact the Business Manager or the school office.
Academics

Fitzroy North Primary School teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
The school is a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The curriculum is inquiry-based and fosters globally-minded, curious learners. Reading uses explicit phonics instruction in the Junior years with decodable readers, and Senior Reading develops comprehension and textual analysis within the PYP. Writing uses the Language Experience Approach to integrate speaking, listening and writing. Mathematics uses explicit teaching, differentiation and enrichment programs such as Maths Explorer and Maths Olympiad, guided by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0. The Arts and Physical Education form strong strands; Music offers multiple instruments and ensembles, Art covers a range of media, and the curriculum includes Languages and Science as core areas, as noted in the 2024 Annual Report.

Student Teacher Ratio
In 2023, 393 students were enrolled and the school had about 20.8 teachers, giving an approximate student-to-teacher ratio of about 19:1.

Exam Results
NAPLAN 2023 results show Year 3 Reading 82.8% and Numeracy 72.4% in Strong or Exceeding proficiency. Year 5 Reading 96.2% and Numeracy 90.4% were in Strong or Exceeding proficiency. These results are not directly comparable with 2022 results due to changes in NAPLAN reporting in 2023.

Higher Education Progression
Year 6 Transition Program involves visits to local secondary colleges and participation in leadership programs.

Gifted and Talented
Victorian High Abilities Program is represented at Fitzroy North Primary School, with Student Representation in the Victorian High Abilities Program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasises Kindness, Resilience, and Respect as core values. It is an inclusive community where every child and family is valued and connected. As a candidate IB Primary Years Programme school, it develops globally-minded, compassionate learners who are reflective and socially conscious. The evidence-based approach to teaching ensures learning is tailored, goal-oriented, and responsive to each student's needs. Learning experiences are inquiry-based and foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school supports students with diverse language and learning needs through EAL/D programs and by valuing mother tongue languages. English is the foundation of the language program and Italian is the additional language, with AUSLAN taught; mother tongue languages are encouraged. Weekly Italian and AUSLAN lessons are provided for all students. Teachers use Fountas and Pinnell literacy interventions and the Tutor Learner Initiative to support learners deemed at risk in language learning. Language learning is monitored through a comprehensive assessment framework across English, literacy, and other subjects. Some students require alternative reporting including EAL (English as Additional Language) reports or ABLES (Abilities Based Learning and Education Support) depending on learning needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the foundation of the language program and Italian is the additional language and culture in which students are immersed. AUSLAN is taught at Fitzroy North Primary School. The school values linguistic diversity, and mother tongue languages are encouraged and supported. Approximately 18 languages are spoken by learners and families (as of 2024). Weekly Italian and AUSLAN lessons are provided for all students. Teaching and learning programs support reading, writing, and ICT literacy and assessment across the language program.

Mental Wellbeing
The wellbeing of students is vital to enhancing their educational experiences. Happy children who feel respected and safe are more able to express themselves and take responsibility for their learning. A supportive environment that is responsive to students' needs allows them to focus on trying their hardest and becoming the best version of themselves. The Student Code of Conduct and Student Engagement, Inclusion and Wellbeing policy highlight zero tolerance for any form of violence, promoting a culture of safety. The school's values of KINDNESS, RESILIENCE and RESPECT reinforce this wellbeing approach.

Safeguarding
The safeguarding framework is supported by the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Engagement, Inclusion and Wellbeing policy, which has zero tolerance for violence. There is an OK to Tell culture encouraging students to report concerns. The policies align with ministerial orders and Education Department guidelines and are regularly reviewed. Clear behaviour protocols reinforce safeguarding and safety within the school community. Kindness, Resilience and Respect underpin safeguarding and wellbeing in practice.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1875. Fitzroy North Primary School is located in Fitzroy North, an inner-suburban area of Melbourne. The school serves a diverse community, with representation from seventeen cultural language groups in 2024. Core values guiding learning are Kindness, Respect, and Resilience, and the curriculum combines strong academics with programs in visual arts, music, languages, outdoor education, and digital technologies. Capital works completed around 2025 provide purpose-built classrooms, supporting modern learning spaces.

Community
The school fosters strong school-family partnerships with Classroom Helpers, Grade 5/6 Speakers, and Parent/Carer Volunteers for events. Open mornings/afternoons and Family/Teacher Learning Conversations in Terms 1 and 3 promote home–school connectedness. In 2024, 87% of parents endorsed 'Connection and Progression – Student Connectedness' and 70.9% of students endorsed a sense of connectedness. The Wellbeing Program offers counselling services, grief and trauma support, behaviour support plans, and cognitive assessments, with external referrals as needed; the school also runs an Out of School Hours Program and provides access to music lessons.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school engages a parent community through Classroom Helpers, Grade 5/6 Speakers, and Parent/Carer Volunteers for events. Open mornings/afternoons and Family/Carer Learning Conversations in Terms 1 and 3 foster home–school connectedness. The Kindergarten to Prep Step-Up Transition program supports families with information sessions and classroom visits. The Year 6 Transition Program includes visits to local secondary colleges and leadership programs. Events and information sessions include Special Person's Morning Tea, information sessions and tours, Ride to School Day, and camps and excursions.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Learning spaces foster creativity and collaboration. A 2025 capital works project delivered purpose-built classrooms. The curriculum includes visual arts, music, languages, outdoor education and digital technologies. An Out of School Hours Program and access to music lessons support students beyond the classroom.

Academic Facilities
60 Chromebooks and storage trolleys support digital learning. The curriculum includes Languages, Science, Physical Education and The Arts with an Auslan Pilot and Tutor Learning Initiative providing targeted support. The school is pursuing IB Primary Years Program candidacy toward full accreditation in 2025, with STEM development funded by the Fete.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs include Coding, Art, Board Games, Library, Dance, Performing Arts and Gardening. Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) operates, and music lessons are available beyond the classroom. The FNPS Fete and events such as 100 Days of Prep, Harmony Day, Rainbow Day and Art Show are held. Camps and excursions, choir performances, and Kinder visits occur.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The learning approach emphasizes inquiry-based experiences to develop globally-minded, compassionate learners who are reflective and socially conscious. The curriculum includes Reading, Writing, and Maths as core disciplines within the broader curriculum.

Arts & Creative
The Art program is meaningful and comprehensive, developing drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, textiles, printing, collage and mixed media. Student artwork is celebrated by showcasing work around the school and at the Annual art exhibition. Selected artworks are displayed at the Zart Art Student Gallery.

Cultural & Language
Auslan is offered as a language specialist program. Auslan is listed among the school's specialist language offerings.

Social & Hobbies
Running club occurs once a week before school for students in Grades 2–6. Regular in-school tournaments and sports activities are held, including tchoukball. Students also have regular performing opportunities at assemblies, the school fete, the talent show and open days.

Community & Service
The Junior School Council is a group of elected students representing their class and the school community. They organise fundraisers, assist at school events, and represent the school at local ceremonies. The JSC Executives lead discussions on improving the school in collaboration with teachers, parents and the local community.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership is supported through the Junior School Council. Emerging Leaders Program is listed among the school's special curriculum experiences. The JSC Executives lead discussions on school improvement with teachers, parents and the local community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school promotes an active, healthy lifestyle through Health Education and Physical Education. A Running Club operates weekly before school, and a Bike-Education program runs in term 4 for grades 4–6. Interschool sports, district swimming, cross-country and athletics carnivals are part of the program. The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program is offered to support healthy eating and garden-based learning.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the foundation of the language program; Italian is the additional language; AUSLAN is taught. Mother tongue languages from home and community are encouraged and supported. First Nations languages are introduced through the curriculum as part of cultural and linguistic learning within the Victorian Curriculum and PYP units.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches English as the language of instruction. The school teaches Italian as the additional language and culture in which students are immersed. AUSLAN is taught at the school.

Immersion Programs
Italian is the additional language and culture in which students are immersed. Weekly Italian and AUSLAN lessons are provided for all students. Language learning is embedded across Units of Inquiry and the broader curriculum to develop oral, written, and visual language.
Admissions

Admissions
Enrolments are initiated by contacting the school at (03) 9481 5860 or email fitzroy.north.ps@education.vic.gov.au. An online form is available to register interest in enrolling.
School Events
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