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Footscray West Primary School

Footscray West Primary School

West Footscray, VIC 3012

Government
Co-Ed
Primary
Years
Prep–6
Primary
Students
672
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A vibrant learning environment promoting engagement, creativity, and community connections for all students.

Emphasising values of respect, responsibility, and resilience, the school offers diverse programs including integrated studies, literacy, numeracy, and specialist programs, creating a holistic learning experience that nurtures personal growth and academic success within a supportive community.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School typePrimarySectorGovernment
Year levelsPrep–6Enrolments672
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:15.6
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary
Year levelsPrep–6
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments672
Teacher–student ratio1:15.6
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.06892021: 689 students · Prep–620212022: 663 students · Prep–620222023: 677 students · Prep–620232024: 676 students · Prep–620242025: 672 students · Prep–62025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
357(53.1%)
Girls
315(46.9%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
31%
English only
66%
Not stated
3%

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Footscray West Primary School

17 Argyle St, West Footscray VIC 3012

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