LAUNCESTON, TAS 7250
An innovative and exciting approach to nurturing capable and caring young learners.
The school provides a supportive environment for children to cultivate a love of learning, with a focus on developing caring citizens. Programs are designed to inspire curiosity, foster community engagement, and equip students with essential life skills.
Key information about The Launceston Preparatory School
| Sector | Independent | Gender | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| School type | Primary | Year levels | Prep–6 |
| Enrolments | 112 | Teacher/student ratio | 1:12.7 |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not provided |
| Principal | Not provided | Reporting year | 2025 |
The Launceston Preparatory School
117-119 Elphin Rd, Newstead TAS 7250, Launceston TAS 7250
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Socratic, multi-teacher curriculum
Students learn through a Socratic approach with multiple specialist teachers daily, alongside explicit literacy and numeracy teaching.
Source: The Launceston Preparatory School, opens in a new tabLegacy Leaders program in Group 6
Group 6 students take a weekly leadership class, complete a legacy project and hear from local leaders before moving to high school.
Source: THE LPS JOURNEY — The Launceston Preparatory School, opens in a new tabThree-day Early Learning Centre
The Early Learning Centre runs for children aged three and up on flexible three-day options, with one teacher and two aides present.
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