Classroom Teacher
Hampton Park Primary School · Hampton Park, VIC
Location Profile
Hampton Park Primary School is a dynamic and inclusive learning community located in the heart of Hampton Park. With a rich history spanning over 100 years, our school continues to evolve to meet the needs of our diverse and growing community. We are committed to providing high-quality education in a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where every child can thrive. Our culturally and linguistically diverse community is a strength, and we value the rich experiences and perspectives our families bring to our school.
Is HAMPTON PARK PRIMARY the right school for you?
We encourage you to take a tour of our school, as it provides the best opportunity to experience our environment, meet staff, and determine if it¿s the right fit for you. To make arrangements, contact the school on hampton.park.ps@education.vic.gov.au or 9799 1440.
School Structure & Facilities
Hampton Park Primary has an enrolment of approximately 440 students with an average of 3 classes per year level and an average class size of 22 structured to provide optimal learning environments. Our dedicated and passionate staff includes classroom teachers, specialist teachers, education support staff, wellbeing staff, and a leadership team focused on instructional improvement and student success. In the majority of classrooms, we prioritise additional Education Support staff to provide in-class support and reasonable adjustments where required.
Our school has 3 main buildings that house our classrooms and purpose-built Art and technology spaces as well as our gym. We also have a Community Hub that connects families with support services, playgroups, and adult learning programs.
Our Vision & Values
At Hampton Park Primary, we believe that education is the foundation for a bright future. Our vision is to empower lifelong learners who contribute to and thrive in an inclusive and connected community.
Guided by our values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, we instil in students the skills and mindset needed to succeed in school and beyond. These values are embedded in our teaching, learning, and interactions every day.
Our Approach to Learning
We are committed to evidence-based teaching practices that cater to diverse learning needs. Our English program is informed by Science of Reading, ensuring that all students develop strong literacy skills through a structured, systematic approach. We prioritise whole-class explicit teaching, with a focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Our structured English and Mathematics models ensure all students build strong foundational skills, while our specialist programs in STEM, Visual and Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education, and Mandarin provide rich and engaging learning opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, our students participate in intervention and enrichment programs that support individual growth as well as a range of lunchtime clubs, leadership opportunities, and community initiatives.
A School Where Wellbeing Matters
Student wellbeing is central to everything we do. We have:
- A dedicated Wellbeing Hub, part time school psychologist, occupational therapist & speech pathologist, and social-emotional learning programs to support students.
- A termly focus on explicitly teaching and reinforcing our shared expectations and values to support positive behaviour and wellbeing.
