Carlisle Primary School is located 8 km east of the Perth CBD at the junction of two major roads, Orrong Road and Wright Street. The School was established on 19th June 1919. Although the environment outside the school is very busy, Carlisle offers quiet and peaceful surroundings with many large trees, shady verandahs and two grassed playing fields for sport activities.

Our present school population of 328 students from kindergarten to year 7 has a wonderfully diverse multi cultural mix. All students take part in learning programs, which enable students to develop an understanding and appreciation of different cultural groups.

At Carlisle great importance is placed on providing opportunities for students to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes to contribute successfully to a rapidly changing society.

We have a positive reputation for being inclusive of all members of the school community through our quality teaching and learning programs, behaviour management processes, our pastoral care and parent/carer partnerships. Teaching and learning programs cover all eight learning areas, with a particular focus on the core areas of literacy and numeracy. The students also participate in a specific library, visual arts, music, physical education and Japanese programs. The integration of ICT into the learning and teaching program is a priority at our school and 90% of our staff members are involved in action research in this area.

Our school structure is organised into learning teams, where teachers collaboratively plan the teaching and learning program to ensure that every child’s learning needs are met, academically, socially and emotionally.

Carlisle has a commitment to assisting students to develop their understanding of the Curriculum Framework’s Core Shared Values and a whole school approach across the school has been adopted. Our student leadership program, through the elected Councillors and the Peer Mediation program offered to all year seven students, is a living example of social and civic responsibility being developed.

The parent/carer community works in partnerships with the school through the School Council, P&C and the Aboriginal Parent/Carer Task Force Group. All parents/carers are welcomed and valued by the school and form a strong link in enabling student success. We have strong partnerships with the local community, especially the Belmont City Council, neighbouring schools and community youth services.