Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members,

It is with great pride and a deep sense of purpose that I welcome you to Boneo Primary School – a place where learning is inspired by curiosity, guided by compassion and strengthened by connection.

At the heart of our school is a belief that every child is capable, valued and deserving of the highest quality education. We are committed to fostering a learning environment that is safe, inclusive and empowering – a place where students are encouraged to take risks, celebrate their strengths and grow through challenge. This is underpinned by our school values of Respect, Empathy and Determination.

Our educational programs are meticulously crafted to ensure that every child excels in the fundamental areas of Literacy and Numeracy. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to deliver rich and engaging learning experiences that spark imagination, build confidence and prepare students not only for academic success but for life beyond the classroom. We are committed to creating personalised learning experiences that give our students voice and agency in their learning. By building strong relationships and fostering a sense of belonging, we support students to develop the skills they need to thrive.

We support our learners to be curious, independent thinkers who feel confident to take on challenges, follow their passions, and continue growing throughout their lives. Above all, we aim to nurture young people who feel connected, capable and ready to make a positive difference in their world.

We believe in strong partnerships with families, knowing that when we work together, we create the best possible outcomes for our students. Your active participation and support enrich every aspect of school life, and we value the expertise, skills and contributions that you bring.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our school. I encourage you to explore what makes our community so special and schedule a personalised tour to experience firsthand the vibrant learning environment at Boneo Primary School. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you and your family as valued members of our learning community.

Marija Pandza

Principal

RESPECT, EMPATHY AND DETERMINATION

Boneo Primary School is a vibrant, community school in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula. The 350 children who attend the school come from the local neighbourhood catchment that covers Boneo, Fingal, Cape Schanck and St Andrews Beach.

Our school has a strong focus on educating the whole child.  We nurture and care for our students providing programs that celebrate our beautiful environment, programs that support the health and wellbeing of each child and their diverse needs and programs that ensure our students are engaged and supported in all academic areas.

PHILOSOPHY

To provide an engaging and exciting learning environment. We will ensure all students learn to high levels, we will work in a collaborative and collective way and we will focus on results and use results to inform and improve our professional practice and respond to students who need intervention or enrichment. We are committed to a holistic approach to the growth and development of each child.

BONEO PRIMARY SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

Boneo Primary School provides a positive, personalised and nurturing learning environment that motivates students to reach their maximum potential as lifelong learners.

VISION

Boneo Primary School provides a positive, personalised and nurturing environment that motivates students to reach their maximum potential as lifelong learners. Our three values are: Respect, Empathy and Determination.