HACKETT, ACT 2602
A community-focused school fostering exploration, questioning, and personal growth through engaging research.
The school promotes learning through research, fostering strong community connections while offering tailored programs for early learners and older students, ensuring a nurturing environment where families can explore nature and actively participate in their children's education.
Key information about Blue Gum Community School
| Sector | Independent | Gender | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| School type | Primary & Secondary | Year levels | K–10 |
| Enrolments | 167 | Teacher/student ratio | 1:8.2 |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not provided |
| Principal | Not provided | Reporting year | 2025 |
Blue Gum Community School
114 Maitland Street, Hackett, ACT 2602
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Mount Majura nature learning
A Mount Majura Discovery Trail extends Blue Gum’s long-standing link to the mountain and supports regular outdoor, nature-based learning.
Source: Blue Gum Community School, opens in a new tabMulti-age research learning
Primary classes use open-ended research journeys, with students’ questions shaping projects and small classes supporting peer mentoring.
Source: Primary School - Blue Gum Community School, opens in a new tabPlaygroup and bush playgroup
Playgroup runs five weekly sessions for 0–2 year olds, including a Bush Playgroup that spends the full session on Mount Majura.
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