Our Programs

 Wellbeing

​At Rupanyup Primary School, student wellbeing is a priority and is supported through a whole-school approach. We implement the Respectful Relationships program to explicitly teach social, emotional and positive relationship skills, helping students to build strong connections and develop as respectful, responsible members of the community.

In addition, we use LifeSkills Go to support students in developing emotional awareness and self-regulation, with regular check-ins that help students identify how they are feeling and what they need to be ready to learn.

Our wellbeing programs are further strengthened by our dedicated wellbeing teacher, who is trained as a Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) educator and works two days per week to support students, staff and families. Together, these approaches ensure students feel safe, supported and empowered, and understand that they are a valued and important part of our school community.

Buddy Program

At Rupanyup Primary School, we are proud of our Buddy Program, where all junior students are paired with a senior student to provide support, build connections and foster a strong sense of belonging across the school. These partnerships support younger students in their transition to school and help develop confidence, relationships and leadership skills for all involved.

Buddy pairs work together in a range of whole-school activities that are timetabled throughout the week, providing regular opportunities for collaboration, mentoring and shared learning. This program strengthens our school culture and reinforces our values of Respect, Responsibility, Persistence and Aspire.

Breakfast Club

At Rupanyup Primary School, we are proud to support our students to be active and connected members of our school community. Through the support of Foodbank and local businesses, we provide a daily breakfast program for all students.

Each morning, staff and student leaders work together to prepare breakfast, including warm food, drinks and juice, ensuring every student starts the day ready for learning. This program not only supports student wellbeing and engagement, but also provides valuable opportunities for students to develop responsibility, leadership and a sense of contribution within the school.

Camps and Excursions

Wherever possible, each child is encouraged to participate in a broad range of extracurricular opportunities that build friendships, confidence and connections within our school and wider community. Through the support of Country Education Partnerships (CEP), our students regularly attend excursions alongside other schools in our region, providing valuable opportunities for collaboration and shared experiences.

Our Years 3–4 and 5–6 students participate in annual camps with our Dunmunkle cluster schools, strengthening relationships and engaging in rich outdoor learning experiences. For our junior students, we provide a school-based “Mini-Camp”, where they take part in a full day of activities followed by a shared dinner at school, supporting independence and a sense of belonging.

Our Garden 

The school has a small veggie patch and chooks who live in a secure cage at school. On different occasions throughout the year students will have the opportunity to plant seasonal vegetables and collect the eggs.