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Keysborough Gardens Primary School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees A$495
Ages 5 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Australian Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Keysborough Gardens Primary School is a public IB World School in Keysborough, Melbourne, delivering the Primary Years Programme alongside the Victorian Curriculum for students aged 5 to 12. Opened in January 2020, the school sits on a landscaped 2.2-hectare site and had about 520 students across 23 classes in 2026. The campus features flexible learning spaces, a gymnasium, sports courts, and buildings for Performing Arts, Physical Education, STEM and year-level classrooms. The Main Building houses Reception, a library, Mandarin, and early-year rooms, while Year Two to Year Four occupy the first level; Year Five and Year Six host spaces for STEM and arts. Mandarin is taught for Reception and Year 1. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning with explicit teaching to support academic, social, and emotional growth, guided by Kindness, Empathy, Gratitude, Respect and Excellence, and a vision to empower every child as a confident, caring citizen who strives for excellence.

10 Homeleigh Road, Keysborough 3173, Australia

The Essentials

Keysborough Gardens Primary School has instruction in English.

Location
Located at 10 Homeleigh Road, Keysborough 3173. The school is in the Keysborough area. It opened in January 2020 as Keysborough Gardens Primary School.

Stages
Prep–Year 6

Type
Public (government) primary school

Additional learning support
Differentiated Learning supports students with diverse learning needs.

School day structure
School times: Monday 9:00am–3:30pm; Tuesday 9:00am–3:30pm; Wednesday 8:45am–3:00pm; Thursday 9:00am–3:30pm; Friday 9:00am–3:30pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a compulsory uniform. All students wear a uniform each day. Black shoes or runners are part of the uniform, and the uniform is available at PSW store Hampton Park.

Food Options
TeamKids provides Before- and After-School Care (OSHC) programs. The OSHC program runs before and after school and during school holidays. Delicious and nutritious food is provided as part of TeamKids services.

House System
The school has a house system. Year 6 Leadership includes House Captains.

Governance and Ownership
The School Council is an elected body of parents and staff who oversee strategic planning, policy development and financial decisions relating to the school. The terms of office are two years, with elections held each February/March, and subcommittees include Community Events and Fundraising, Education, and Buildings and Grounds. The school operates within the Victorian government school system.
Fees

Annual tuition at Keysborough Gardens Primary School ranges from AUD 495 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No application fee or ongoing tuition charge is levied for enrolment. Education and instruction to meet the Victorian curriculum are provided without tuition fees; payments requested are voluntary contributions for curriculum and school activities.

Tuition / Parent contributions (detailed annual amounts)
- The school requests voluntary parent contributions rather than charging tuition. The published annual contribution for Prep–Year 6 is AUD 495 per student, comprised as follows: Curriculum contributions AUD 355 and Other contributions AUD 140 (total AUD 495). The curriculum contributions are itemised within that AUD 355 figure (examples below). These amounts are shown as annual figures.

- Curriculum contributions (examples included in the annual AUD 355 total):
- Classroom consumables, materials & equipment (art, classroom consumables, diaries, wellbeing resources, etc.): included within the curriculum contribution breakdown (e.g. Art $40, Mandarin $10, Performing Arts $10, STEM $20, Mathematics $10, English $10, Sports $10, Classroom consumables $105, Diary/Reading Log $15, Wellbeing $10). Total curriculum contribution shown AUD 240 for listed consumables plus further items to reach the curriculum subtotal.

- Additional curriculum-related and ICT items included in the annual total:
- Online subscriptions/access (examples: Online Reading $10, Seesaw $13, online assessments $10) – subtotal AUD 33; ICT devices (shared classroom sets) AUD 40; printing/photocopying AUD 35; whole-school events contribution AUD 7. These items form part of the curriculum contribution subtotal. Annual curriculum subtotal shown AUD 355.

Extra‑curricular / user‑pay items (approximate amounts)
- Extra‑curricular items and activities are charged on a user‑pays basis; costs are confirmed and invoiced as events occur. Approximate published amounts (per student) are:
- Excursions/incursions (per year, Prep–Yr2 and Yr3–6): approx. AUD 150 (approximate; confirmed costs provided when events are scheduled).
- Swimming program: AUD 80–90.
- Camps: Year 3–6 approx. AUD 280–350; Year 2 sleepover approx. AUD 45–55.
- House Athletics (offsite): approx. AUD 12.
- Year 6 items (examples): Graduation polo shirt AUD 45; Big Day Out AUD 40; Graduation (art project, resources, event) AUD 40.
- Exact charges for extra‑curricular items are provided to families when each activity is organised.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual contribution payment was requested by a published date (example: payment requested by Friday 1 March 2024 for the 2024 contribution year). Payment may be made in full or by instalment using the school's payment options where available. Extra‑curricular items are billed and paid as individual events occur.

Payment methods and payment options
- Preferred payment method: Compass (school's online parent portal) with payment plan functionality available through Compass.
- Alternative at-school option: EFTPOS at the school office.
- Outside-school-hours care (OSHC) provider at the school (TeamKids) operates its own payment system (Ezidebit) for OSHC charges. These are separate from parent contributions and extra‑curricular billing.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day primary school and does not list any boarding services or boarding fees.

Uniforms and other recurring costs
- School uniform is compulsory and is supplied via PSW (store location listed for Hampton Park). Uniform costs are charged by the uniform supplier (prices vary by item and are not listed as a fixed school fee). Book packs and consumable items are managed as part of the parent contributions/booklist processes.

Refund information and hardship support
- Refunds for extra‑curricular items and activities are considered on a case‑by‑case basis and will be provided where reasonable and fair (for example, where the school has not incurred a cost). Where the school has already incurred non‑refundable costs (for example, deposits or third‑party costs), full refunds may not be possible. The school will advise families about refund arrangements at time of payment and may require bank account details in writing to process refunds.

- Camps and excursions: If an activity is cancelled or altered by the school, or a student cannot attend, the school considers requests for partial or full refunds on a case‑by‑case basis taking into account costs already committed to third parties; generally costs already paid to third parties that are non‑refundable cannot be returned. Families experiencing financial difficulty may discuss alternative payment arrangements with the Business Manager or Principal; the school can also assist families to access the Department's Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) and other support where eligible.

Summary of findings for the requested academic years
- The school's published parent payment schedule located for Prep–Year 6 shows the detailed contributions and user‑pays costs for the 2024 contribution year (annual contribution total AUD 495 and the itemised amounts and approximate extra‑curricular costs listed above). The school's policies and camps/excursions documents state the refund and payment handling approaches. The school does not publish tuition or application fees because instruction against the Victorian curriculum is provided without tuition charges; requested amounts are presented as voluntary parent contributions and user‑pays extra‑curricular charges.

If any specific published annual schedule for 2025/26 or 2026/27 is required, the school's most recently published parent payment schedule located in the school's published documents is the 2024 Parent Payment schedule referenced above.
Academics

Keysborough Gardens Primary School teaches IB (PYP), Australian Curriculum for students aged 5 to 12.

Curriculum
Keysborough Gardens Primary School is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside the Victorian Curriculum. The program combines inquiry-based learning with explicit teaching to support every student's academic, social, and emotional development. The school has flexible learning spaces and modern facilities that support collaboration and creativity. Mandarin is taught at the school, with Mandarin provision in the main building for Reception and Year 1. The school's values are Kindness, Empathy, Gratitude, Respect and Excellence, and the vision is to inspire and empower every child to become a confident, caring global citizen who strives for excellence in learning and life. Opened in January 2020, the school had about 520 students across 23 classes in 2026.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Time is dedicated in each classroom to teach teamwork, resolve conflict in a positive manner, learn from mistakes, help others, and seek help when needed. Programs and strategies teach social skills and resilience, including KGPS Kids are Global Kids—focusing on school values and the IB Learner Profile; Dogs Connect with Buddy the Wellbeing Dog; timetabled Respectful Relationships lessons; classroom agreements revisited at the beginning of each term; Lunchtime Enrichment Clubs; Circle Time; Restorative Practices; Buddies Program; Year 6 Transition Program; Peer Mediation; Zones of Regulation (self-regulation); Student of the Week certificates; and a Matrix of Expectations to reinforce positive behaviour.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
English and Mathematics are taught daily with planning around inquiry units; The Learning Enhancement Program targets groups of students with similar academic needs; Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are developed for students with specific learning needs; One-on-one assistance in the classroom; Differentiated learning groups; Adjustments to the learning environment, tasks, or resources to ensure an inclusive approach; Input from the Learning Enhancement Program teacher and allied health providers; The program generally runs between 4 and 10 weeks.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported by explicit modelling of literacy and language skills; a high number of students come from an EAL background; students are assessed against the English as an Additional Language continuum to ensure each student's needs are catered for and managed.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through Restorative Practices, Zones of Regulation, Circle Time, and Peer Mediation. The Dogs Connect program with Buddy the Wellbeing Dog supports the school community, and Respectful Relationships lessons reinforce healthy attitudes and equality. A Year 6 Transition Program and Student Voice & Agency work accompany a supportive, inclusive learning environment that promotes student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school has Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct; Student Engagement & Wellbeing Policy; Attendance Policy; Bullying Prevention Policy; First Aid Policy; Privacy Policy, among other policies.
Parent Experience

History
Keysborough Gardens Primary School was one of ten new schools built in 2019. It officially opened in January 2020. The founding Principal was Phil Anthony (2019–2021), who began in July 2019 and led the school from its inception. The school sits on a 2.2-hectare site in Keysborough South with modern facilities including flexible learning spaces, a gymnasium, sports courts, playgrounds and outdoor learning areas. It is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), combining inquiry-based learning with explicit teaching to support students' academic, social and emotional development. The school's values are Kindness, Empathy, Gratitude, Respect, and Excellence.

Community
The school community is built on safety, inclusion and partnership with parents and carers to support learning, engagement and wellbeing. The school emphasises parental involvement in learning both at home and at school. We regularly hold events to build connections, including a Welcome Picnic, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Book Week, Information Evenings, Get to Know You meetings at the start of each year, Student Led Conferences, Student Expos, and school productions and concerts; Harmony Day, NAIDOC Week and Cross Country are also part of the calendar. Community Experts share knowledge and skills with students to enrich learning, and volunteering, fundraising and school excursions are encouraged. There are opportunities to join School Council and to contribute in various roles within the school community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The School Council is a representative body responsible for developing and implementing school policies and is composed of Parents, Teachers, the Principal and Community Representatives. Council members and community members are appointed to subcommittees that report to the council, including Construction and Foundations, Education, Finances and Fundraising, and Community Engagement. Councillors serve two-year terms with elections held in February and March. Membership on the School Council is voluntary and parents are encouraged to nominate. There are monthly meetings of the School Council and its subcommittees, and involvement is supported by volunteer opportunities such as assisting in classrooms, school events and activities, subject to Working With Children checks and related inductions."}) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school sits on a landscaped 2.2-hectare site in Keysborough South. Modern facilities include flexible learning spaces, a gymnasium, sports courts, playgrounds, and outdoor learning areas designed to support collaboration, creativity, and active learning. The school is an authorised IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme. The Main Building houses Reception, offices, a library, Mandarin, and Prep and Year One classrooms on the ground floor, with Year Two to Year Four on the first level. The Performing Arts and Physical Education Buildings support physical education, performing arts, before and after school care, and community activities. The Year Five Building provides four classrooms with withdrawal spaces, and the Year Six / STEM / ART Building contains Year Six classrooms plus dedicated STEM and Art spaces. The grounds include a junior and a senior playground, a sandpit, a veggie garden, a Gaga Pit, an outdoor stage, and a dedicated Prep village for calm outdoor play.

Sports Facilities
The school has a well‑equipped gymnasium and dedicated sports courts for physical education and activities. Grounds include grassed play spaces and both junior and senior playgrounds. A sandpit, a veggie garden, a Gaga Pit, and an outdoor stage provide additional spaces for active play and outdoor learning. These facilities support a broad PE program and school events.

Academic Facilities
The Main Building houses a library and Mandarin on the ground floor, with Year Two to Year Four classrooms on the first level. The school uses flexible, state‑of‑the‑art learning spaces to support inquiry‑based learning as part of the IB Primary Years Programme. The Performing Arts and Physical Education Buildings support PE, Performing Arts, and community activities. The Year Five Building contains four classrooms and withdrawal spaces, and the Year Six Building houses Year Six classrooms with dedicated STEM and Art spaces. Technology such as interactive whiteboards, iPads and computers complement and enhance the language and other curriculum programs.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra Curricular Activities and Programs include lunchtime clubs such as Lego Club, Art Club, Fun Club, Knitting Club, and sport clubs (Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics). The Arts program includes a Junior Choir and Senior Choir, a School Band, school productions, and participation in the State Schools Spectacular. Leadership and student voice are fostered through Year 6 Leadership, the Student Representative Council, and Green Team. The school also runs a swimming program, camps (Year 2 sleepover and Year 3–6 adventure camps), and participates in ICAS and VHAP programs to provide enrichment and challenge.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an IB World School. Students study English, Maths and Science while developing critical thinking, technology and creativity. Specialist programs include Visual Arts, Performing Arts, STEM, Physical Education and Chinese Mandarin. ICAS competitions and the Victorian High-Ability Program (VHAP) provide opportunities for extended challenge.

Arts & Creative
Performing Arts let students express themselves through dance, music and drama with regular performances. The School Choir (Years 1–3) and Senior Choir (Years 4–6) rehearse at lunchtimes and perform at assemblies and events. The School Band (Years 3–6) rehearses weekly and performs in assemblies. Enrichment clubs include Lego Club, Art Club, Fun Club, Knitting Club and Sport clubs.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin Chinese is offered as a specialist language. Koorie Cultural Inclusion is a focus to support inclusive cultural engagement. As an IB World School, the learning themes connect local and global issues to develop intercultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Lunchtime clubs include Lego Club, Art Club, Fun Club, Knitting Club and sport clubs. Adventure camps (Year 3–6) and the Year 2 sleepover support social development and teamwork. Student Voice initiatives empower students to participate in planning and school activities.

Community & Service
Student Representative Council (Years 3–6) provides leadership opportunities and helps organise events. Green Team maintains the school vegetable garden, runs the recycling program and advocates for sustainable practices. Greater Dandenong Council appoints a Junior Mayor each year, and School Captains have held this role, highlighting links with the local community.

Leadership & Professional
Year 6 Leadership Program gives every Year 6 student the opportunity to take on a leadership role. Roles include School Captains, House Captains, Wellbeing Leaders, ICT Leaders, Environment Leaders and more. The Student Representative Council offers additional leadership experiences for Years 3–6.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school emphasises social, emotional and physical wellbeing through its 'Keysie Kids are Global Kids' framework. The Green Team and other wellbeing initiatives promote healthy and sustainable practices. The swimming program builds water safety and fitness. Camping experiences (Year 2 sleepover and Year 3–6 adventure camps) foster independence and resilience.
Languages

Language Provision
Core subjects include English, Maths and Science as part of the IB Primary Years Programme. Mandarin Chinese is offered as a specialist language program. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for students from an EAL background, with explicit modelling of literacy and language skills and ongoing assessment against the English as an Additional Language continuum. Mandarin develops intercultural capability and respect for diversity through language learning.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) – IB programme for primary years.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The school zone guarantees a place for residents within the designated residential address; enrolments are managed to ensure access to the neighbourhood school and enrolment at another school is possible if there are places available. 2. Foundation (Prep) enrolments follow a statewide enrolment timeline published by the Department of Education; the timeline provides when and how to enrol a child into Foundation (Prep) at a Victorian government primary school, including Keysborough Gardens Primary School. Useful information and resources about the enrolment timeline are available under Enrolling in Foundation (Prep). 3. Enrolment in other year levels is possible where there are places available; the school welcomes enquiries for Years 1 to 6. Families can contact the school office at 9792 6800 or complete the enrolment enquiry form; enrolment forms are available from the school. 4. Book a Tour to visit the school; tours can be arranged by calling the school or via the tour enquiry form. 5. Prep Transition begins with a Parent Information Evening, providing an overview of the curriculum and general information about teaching and learning at Keysborough Gardens Primary School; a comprehensive 4-session Transition Program is offered for all enrolled future prep students during term 4 to help them become familiar with the environment, meet future classmates and staff, and feel part of the community. 6. The Buddy Program pairs Year 6 students withPrep students to participate in structured activities, foster belonging, and support transitions; staff supervise the relationships and provide guidance and training to older buddies.
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