Cessnock West Public School currently has an enrolment of 394 students across 17 classes, including an Opportunity Class, with 20.9% of the school population identifying as Aboriginal. The success of the learning community reflects the school’s core values of respect, responsibility and learning, which are reinforced across all learning areas. Staff members are highly dedicated professionals, including early career and experienced teachers. Cessnock West Public is a Positive Behaviour for Learning school and has a strong commitment to student wellbeing and trauma informed practice. Educational programs embed literacy and numeracy into key learning areas forming an integrated and holistic approach to learning. Cessnock West Public is an Early Action for Success school and supports student learning through tiered interventions and explicit instruction. As a future-focused learning school, digital technologies and innovative practices support student learning and engagement. Cessnock West has successfully provided for the strong participation and contribution of the Aboriginal community in learning and encourages students to recognize and respect cultural diversity, fostering strong connections with the AECG and broader Aboriginal community. The school’s P&C is engaged in strong and genuine partnerships with the school community. The school is a proud member of the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools which consists of a total of 15 local public schools in the Cessnock and surrounding area, all striving to collectively provide the best possible educational opportunities for students, teachers and community members.
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