Dunolly Primary School is nestled in a peaceful bush setting on the edge of the Dunolly Township in Central Victoria. It has a rich history of involvement in the community, catering for the educational needs of students since 1875.
As the hub of a cluster of rural schools including Bealiba, Talbot, Tarnagulla, Timor and Newstead, it is also attached to the broader Mt Alexander/Goldfields Network. The school serves Dunolly as well as the neighbouring areas of Bet Bet, Betley, Bromley, Eddington, Moliagul and Rheola. A contract bus service covers these districts.
As a member of the Dunolly Cluster, the school participates in combined activities including the Performing Arts Festival, Cross Country Race, Athletic Sports, Swimming and Year Six Transition Days. This sharing of resources and activities provides students with a broad range of educational and cultural experiences.
As a member of the Central Goldfields Cluster, Dunolly Primary School participates in Professional Development Programs most recently Fountas & Pinnell Reading program, Science of Reading, extensive maths work with Rob Vingerhoets and Berry Street Trauma Informed Practice. Our school has a particular emphasis on Literacy, Numeracy and wellbeing. Staff are involved in Professional Development to improve outcomes through quality teaching and learning in their classrooms. Quality teaching and learning programs provide opportunities for all students to reach their highest potential. We are committed to providing a caring, supportive and educationally challenging environment.
The current enrolment for 2023 is 79 students. Four classroom teachers operate the multi-aged classrooms. Specialist programs are Auslan, Science, Library and the Arts. I.C.T. is a high priority within our curriculum and all classes have access to laptops and iPads. We have an emphasis on healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle with the physical education program a priority in the school.
Specialized programs include:
Literacy Support – MULTILIT, MINILIT, Oral Language Program
Emu Maths
Performing Arts
Bike Education
Camps for Years 3 to 6
A school based welfare program
Mother Goose
Extensive Kinder/Prep transition program
Dunolly Primary School has excellent facilities including:
A comprehensive, automated library in an aesthetically appealing mud brick structure with a reading courtyard
A multi-purpose centre for assemblies, music and various programs
An extensive well-organised playground
Adventure equipment with shade cover especially set aside for junior students
Bright open learning spaces
Parents are welcomed and encouraged to participate in school activities. This involvement and support enriches many aspects of students’ education and well-being. Classroom teachers highly value the assistance given on a daily basis.
Contributions made by members of School Council and Parents & Friends Association through development and maintenance of facilities and fundraising, help provide an excellent environment for the broader school community.
If you are interested in enrolling at our school, please request an Enrolment Form from our school office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phoning 54 681111
Our school follows the Department of Education’s Enrolment Policy for the enrolment, placement, and transfer of students.
Students who live within the school zone are guaranteed a place at our school. To find out whether you live in zone, visit findmyschool.vic.gov.au
All other applications will be considered subject to available space, and prioritised according to:
•students with a sibling at the same permanent address who are attending the school at the same time
•all other students in order of closeness of their home to the school.
Our school follows the Department of Education’s Enrolment Policy for the enrolment, placement, and transfer of students.
Students who live within the school zone are guaranteed a place at our school. To find out whether you live in zone, visit findmyschool.vic.gov.au
All other applications will be considered subject to available space, and prioritised according to:
- students with a sibling at the same permanent address who are attending the school at the same time
- all other students in order of closeness of their home to the school.