Amaroo Primary School is situated in Collie, a coal-mining town, 200 kilometres south of Perth.  The school opened in 1950 and has a current enrolment of 430 children and 63 staff (teaching and non-teaching).  Amaroo is classified as a Level 5 Primary School incorporating Kindergarten, Pre-Primary, Primary, and Koolbardi Aboriginal

Pre-School. We are an inclusive school catering for the needs of all children.

The school has a very mixed population base. We cater for many 2nd & 3rd generation ‘Amarooians’ in addition to a large number of transient families, generated by the recent expansion of many industries in Collie.

The school caters for a vast range of student abilities from those with learning disabilities to those who are talented and gifted. We have an “Intensive Learning Centre” and a large number of Education Assistants to support children. The Dept. of Community Development, School Psychologist, Chaplain, Child & Adolescent Mental Health and local paediatric services play a vital role in the pastoral care of our school community.

School decisions, where possible, are made through input from all stakeholders. The staff & School Council are key components of a collaborative decision making process.

The school building is regarded as one of the finest examples of 1940’s school architectural style.  Key facilities include a library, a music room, art/craft room, a covered assembly area and education support facilities. There is a four-year old Kindergarten (Glenlee) and Collie Aboriginal Pre-School (Koolbardi) off-site. Two full time five-year old Pre-Primaries are on site. 

Amaroo has continued to distinguish itself by the quality of staff it attracts and graduating students it produces.  There is a comfortable balance of youth and experience amongst the teaching staff and its ability to function as a team in all aspects of school operations ensures maximum productivity and effectiveness.

Contact Details

Amaroo Primary School

Jones Street

Collie WA 6225

Ph. (08) 9734 1777

Fax: (08) 9734 4949

Email: Amaroo.PS@eddept.wa.edu.au