Frederick Irwin Anglican School has continued to invest in the growth and development of its Meadow Springs Primary Campus, with several key infrastructure and educational initiatives introduced this year.
Recent developments include the completion of a new Primary basketball court, providing students with an enhanced space for physical activity and play. With enrolments continuing to increase, planning is also underway for a new playground and additional classroom facilities to support the next stage of the campus’s growth.
The addition of four new sensory spaces and Learning Enrichment classrooms further reflects the School’s commitment to inclusive, differentiated teaching practices.
At the beginning of the year, staff across both Primary campuses participated in professional development focused on explicit teaching. This work explored effective lesson design and questioning for understanding, with an emphasis on maintaining a balanced approach to pedagogy. This work continues to strengthen the School’s integration of explicit instruction and inquiry-based learning across all classrooms. Literacy and Numeracy blocks have been prioritised, while continuing to encourage student agency and foundational skills.
A significant area of growth for the Primary campus is the establishment of a new partnership with Everlasting Health Services, led by local Certified Practising Speech Pathologist, Ms Jayde Watts. Commencing in 2026, all Kindergarten students will receive school-funded communication screenings as part of the School’s early intervention strategy, ensuring each child begins their learning journey with a strong foundation.
Through this partnership, families will benefit from timely access to professional speech pathology services. The screening process provides a comprehensive snapshot of each child’s communication strengths and emerging needs, enabling teachers to tailor classroom support and strengthening collaboration between home and school.
This initiative not only enhances the quality of early learning at Frederick Irwin Anglican School, but also contributes to the broader wellbeing of the community by reducing barriers to essential health services. The program will be delivered at the Meadow Springs Campus during Term 1, and at the Halls Head Campus in Term 2.
