Yale Primary School, located 18 km from Perth in the City of Gosnells on Sage Road, Thornlie, is proud of its rich history and spacious grounds. Easily accessible by public transport, the school opened its doors on February 9, 1970, as North West Thornlie Primary School with 100 students. Today, our vibrant community has grown to approximately 400 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, representing over 37 language groups.
The school boasts a strong community atmosphere, cultivated by generations of families. Many of our parents, once students here themselves, actively participate through our Parent & Community (P&C) Association and School Council. They volunteer their time to enhance literacy and numeracy skills and organise a variety of activities, including discos and lapathons.
Our school chaplain leads a volunteer mentor program, which includes a breakfast club and grief support, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
As participants in the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Program, our core values are to be our best, be respectful, be caring, and be responsible. These values guide our daily interactions and growth as a school.
Thanks to the Building the Education Revolution (BER) program, we now feature dedicated music and science rooms, staffed by full-time specialists committed to enriching our curriculum.
Our staff are dedicated to fostering the educational and social success of all students, focusing on quality teaching, student success, and an engaged community. We encourage our students to collaborate, respect diverse opinions, and actively participate through the Student Council. Each week, they lead assemblies and are recognised through various reward activities.
Yale Primary engages actively in the Southern River Sports Association, competing in interschool carnivals and achieving notable success in state science competitions. Our Bee reward program motivates students to embody school values, rewarding them for their exemplary behaviour.
Our school maintains strong community links, including partnerships with Riverton RSL for our ANZAC services and with the City of Gosnells for the environmental restoration of Aylesford Reserve. We also collaborate with the Smith Family organization to support at-risk families and facilitate workplace learning programs with Thornlie Senior High School, enhancing our students’ educational journey.