Creating history and a quality education

SIXTY-seven young learners made history on Thursday morning as the first cohort of Lucas Primary School students.

Principal, Sue Sawyer said the atmosphere was “special” as Minister for Education, James Merlino officially opened the school, the grounds welcomed children for the first time and term one kicked into gear.

Alongside her team of 10 staff, she feels very “privileged to be part of something new” and has enjoyed watching the students discover their fresh environment.

“They were all very excited to be using brand new equipment, trying out the playgrounds and the hard courts, and getting to know other students in the school,” she said.

“Because we’re only small, the older children and the younger children were interacting really well, and I feel like we’re going to be a very inclusive and supportive learning communities.

“The staff, students and families are the very first ever, so it’s making history today.”

Ms Sawyer said the vision is to maximise learning growth for all pupils.

“We want to provide an environment where it’s inclusive, supportive and they’re challenged in their learning… so they’re able to grow and achieve their best.

“We’ve put lots of hard work and planning into creating this amazing school, and we’re looking forward to building that culture of excellence with the school community, focussing on ensuring that each child achieves success and they receive high quality teaching and learning every day,” she said.

Lucas Primary School has been a $17.1 million project with purpose-built learning communities, admin areas, PE and performing arts spaces ready to go.

It has a straight prep grade, and three composite classes. Ms Sawyer is looking forward to launching the visual arts and STEM building later in February upon its completion.