Duboo West Public School - Principals Report

Dubbo West Public School is a split site school of some 540 children,
a high percentage of these being Aboriginal students. The school is 
situated on the Western side of the Macquarie River in Dubbo.

The school has a dedicated, committed staff body which assists the
school to work in close cooperation with its community, developing
strong links through a supportive Parents and Citizens Association and
a strong Aboriginal Student Support and Parent Awareness 
committee.

The school promotes a strong pupil welfare program. This program emphasises cooperation and 
harmony. It focuses on a strong and supportive anti bullying program, has in place a social skills 
program and places emphasis in child protection and drug education programs.

The school is a member of the Priority Schools Program. Many innovative programs have been put
in place through this program.

One of the programs initiated has been the Circus West program that performs for the local 
community and beyond.

The school promotes the idea that children are responsible for their own behaviour and works to 
assist the children to modify unsatisfactory behaviour by giving the children the necessary skills to 
change.

Quality work has a special emphasis throughout the school. A positive reinforcement procedure is 
put in place which assists in promoting self esteem.

The staff and pupils work continuously to make the school an attractive place. The beautification of
the grounds and development of quiet areas where children can site and relax assist in improving 
school tone and the children's self esteem.

John Marin
Principal, Dubbo West Public School