Thomastown West Primary School was established in 1971 and is located approximately 20 kilometres north of the CBD. The school site is adjacent to Thomastown Secondary College, and the schools share some sports facilities and a joint car park. Our school community represents approximately 20 nationalities, including 3% Indigenous. Our current enrollment is 185 students.
The school staff is currently 26; some are part-time. Staff include the Principal and Assistant Principal, a Learning Specialist and classroom teachers. Non-teaching staff include office staff and Integration Aides. Our Out of School Hours program is outsourced to TheirCare. Our school curriculum focuses on Literacy and Numeracy. Each day, 2 hours of Literacy is taught and 5 hours of numeracy are taught every week. Our specialist subjects include STEM, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Physical Education.
For students who require extra assistance, we offer programs such as a Phonological Awareness Program and Literacy Support. Our commitment to small class sizes supports students whose first language is not English and who need additional assistance. A major feature of the Prep program is Oral Language
We also offer specialised music programs, including instrumental lessons, choir, and a school band. In 2012, we moved into our new facilities, which offer flexible learning spaces and 21st Century Learning.
In 2014, we established a Community Hub with community partners: Whittlesea Community Connections, The Smith Family and Reservoir, and Preston Adult Community Education (PRACE). Our Hub supports the needs of families and students in the Thomastown Community. Our Community Hub hosts our FREE Breakfast Club and before-school care service. From 2026, Thomastown Neighbourhood House also operates from the Hub, providing a wonderful range of programs that bring people together, support local families and strengthen connections across our Thomastown community. We greatly value their dedication and the meaningful difference they make to the lives of those who access their services. Read more about it HERE!
In 2015, Thomastown West was a lead school in the Linking Learning Project. The Linking Learning Project was designed for all Early Years Education Settings to intervene early in a child’s development to provide the best opportunities for children and their families while at school.
Over the last six years, Thomastown West has invested significant time and resources in developing our school's School-Wide Positive Behaviour framework. We are also a Respectful Relationships Partner School and have previously partnered with Our Watch. Thomastown West has developed a School-Wide Positive Behaviour framework. We are also a Respectful Relationships Partner School and have previously partnered with Our Watch.
To further improve student learning, engagement and attendance, Thomastown West Primary School is:
- partnered with Berry Street and VACCA in the Side By Side initiative and has participated in four Curriculum Days of Berry Street Educational Model (BSEM) professional learning.
- part of the Mental Health in Primary Schools initiative and a Mental Health in Primary Schools coordinator was appointed.
- completed the Refugee Education Support Program (RESP) with Foundation House and the Centre of Multicultural Youth (CMY) and now offers parent engagement programs each term.
The Thomastown West community is committed to creating and maintaining a positive, safe and supportive environment. By upholding our values (Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Empathy and Striving to be our Best), we encourage every child to reach their academic potential and social growth in an inclusive and innovative learning environment.
Our school motto is Together Working on Pathways to Success (TWPS). We strongly believe education is a partnership between teachers, families and the wider community. We work together to ensure all students experience success.
