Drouin West Primary School

Welcome to Drouin West Primary School

Nestled in the rolling hills of West Gippsland, Drouin West Primary School is a place where children are known, challenged and supported to thrive.

Established in 1874, we are proud to be the first school in West Gippsland. While our history is an important part of who we are, our focus is firmly on preparing young people with the knowledge, skills and character they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.

With approximately 250 students, Drouin West offers the benefits of a medium-sized school within a close-knit community. Every family makes a conscious decision to enrol with us, creating a community built on shared values, strong partnerships and a genuine commitment to every child’s success.

Learning at the Centre

Everything we do begins with teaching and learning.

Our staff work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed programs that ensure every student is challenged, supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. We believe every child can learn, and we know that consistent, explicit teaching provides the strongest foundation for success.

Our classrooms are calm, purposeful and engaging learning environments where students develop confidence, independence and resilience. Through collaborative planning, ongoing assessment and a commitment to continual improvement, we ensure every student is supported to make meaningful progress.

Supporting Every Child

Children flourish when they feel safe, connected and valued.

At Drouin West we know every student as an individual. We work closely with families to understand each child’s strengths, interests and learning needs, recognising that strong partnerships create the best outcomes for students.

Our Positive Behaviour Support framework is built around our four school expectations:

• Be a Learner
• Be Safe
• Be Kind
• Be Respectful

These expectations are explicitly taught and consistently reinforced, creating a culture where students feel confident, respected and ready to learn.

Opportunities to Discover

Students enjoy a rich and balanced curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.

Alongside comprehensive Literacy and Numeracy programs, students participate in specialist learning in:

• Visual Arts
• Physical Education
• Health
• Science
• Auslan

Students are encouraged to explore their interests through sport, performing arts, leadership opportunities, camps, excursions, environmental learning and a wide range of co-curricular experiences that build confidence, curiosity and connection.

A Place to Belong

Our beautiful rural setting is one of the things families love most about Drouin West.

Students learn in contemporary classrooms surrounded by spacious grounds that invite exploration, play and connection. Our facilities include flexible learning spaces, a library, visual arts studio, multipurpose learning areas, sporting fields, playgrounds, quiet garden spaces, a yarning circle and the magnificent oak trees that have become part of our school’s identity.

More importantly than our buildings, it is the people who make Drouin West special.

There is a strong sense of belonging here. Visitors often comment on the warmth of our students, the welcoming nature of our staff and the genuine partnerships that exist between home and school.

We believe education is most successful when schools and families work together. By building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations and working in partnership with our community, we create the conditions where every child can flourish.

We invite you to visit Drouin West Primary School and experience our community for yourself. We would love to welcome you.

Our Vision and Mission Statement