Located in Cabarita, near Mildura, The Lake Primary School provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every student is known, valued and supported to thrive. Guided by our motto, “Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts,” we are committed to ensuring that every child experiences success through high-quality teaching, strong relationships and a deep sense of belonging.

At the heart of our work is a commitment to restorative practices, which underpin the way we build positive relationships, respond to challenges and strengthen our school community. We believe that respectful relationships, empathy, accountability and connection create the foundation for successful learning and wellbeing. Through restorative approaches, students develop the skills to communicate effectively, resolve conflict, take responsibility for their actions and contribute positively to our school culture.

Our Values

We foster and model the life skills that support wellbeing, resilience and school connectedness through our values of Respect, Learning, Success, Resilience and Tolerance. These values are embedded across all aspects of school life and are supported through programs including Respectful Relationships, social groups and targeted wellbeing supports. Our Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) Coordinator and Wellbeing Coordinator work closely with students, families and staff to ensure every child feels safe, supported and ready to learn.

Our Context

Established in 1908, The Lake Primary School is situated in a picturesque rural setting adjacent to Lake Hawthorn, eight kilometres west of Mildura on the Calder Highway. With a proud history spanning more than a century, our school continues to evolve while remaining committed to providing outstanding educational opportunities for all students.

Our moral purpose is to maximise learning growth, wellbeing and inclusion for every student. We provide an engaging curriculum that is responsive to individual needs, strengths and aspirations. Through high expectations, evidence-informed teaching practices and regular monitoring of student progress, we ensure that every learner is supported, challenged and extended to achieve their personal best.

In 2026, our strategic focus is to:

• Maximise student learning growth and cognitive engagement for all students by strengthening teacher capacity to assess, analyse and use data to inform planning and differentiated instruction.
• Deepen teacher understanding of the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 in English and Mathematics to design high-quality learning experiences that support, challenge and extend every student.
• Maximise wellbeing and inclusion for all students by strengthening staff capacity to implement timely interventions, reasonable adjustments and targeted supports that respond to the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of every learner.

Students are provided with a wide range of opportunities to develop leadership, confidence and responsibility through school-based and community programs. We believe student voice, agency and leadership are essential components of a successful learning environment.

We value the strong partnerships we have with our families and wider community. Parent involvement is encouraged and welcomed through School Council, classroom support, Book Club, sporting events, camps and excursions, special events and many other opportunities throughout the year. Together, we create a vibrant and connected school community that supports student success.

Specialist programs are offered in Physical Education and STEAM, alongside comprehensive literacy and numeracy intervention programs. Our commitment to continuous improvement is strengthened through collaborative professional learning, coaching and alignment with the Victorian Department of Education’s Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0).

The school maintains strong communication with families through Compass, our website, Facebook and Instagram platforms, ensuring families remain informed and connected to school life.

The Lake Primary School’s spacious rural surroundings, well-maintained facilities, quality resources and dedicated staff create an environment where students can flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We are proud to serve our community and currently educate approximately 267 students.

Any jobs that are available at The Lake Primary School are to be applied for through the Schools Job website.