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Howrah Primary School
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Howrah Primary School has 42 teaching staff and caters for 536 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school's address is Howrah Road HOWRAH 7018. Phone (03) 6233 8090.

Schools receive an annual resource package for the purpose of providing educational programs for students throughout that year. Schools may also receive other funding from the Department as well as receiving income from other sources. Generally, like the resource package, these funds should be used in the year that they are received. However, in some circumstances, schools may need to carry funds over from one year to the next. A reasonable carry over is 25% of a school's annual resourcing package. As at January 31 2009, Howrah Primary School has carried over the equivalent of 14% of its annual resourcing package. Schools also receive additional funding to help reduce early years class sizes. The average class size at Howrah Primary School for groups containing Prep and Year 1 students is 21.

Information about Howrah Primary School (provided by the school)
Howrah Primary School provides a supportive and creative learning environment which aims to build a community of learners and prepares children for life. Key values of quality, excellence and equity underpin curriculum design and delivery are encapsulated in the motto: Every child, every chance, every day.. The school is situated on the eastern shore of Hobart, adjacent to the beach with magnificent views of Mt Wellington. Howrah Primary School is presently undergoing a multi million dollar upgarde. Before and after school care, and long day care are provided on site. Howrah Primary School enjoys strong community support and involvement. Staff and parents work closely together in partnership to achieve outstanding educational opportunities enabling students to achieve excellent academic and social standards. These opportunities include: Music, Physical Education, Art, French, Computer Studies, Instrumental Music Programs with extension programs in Literacy, Numeracy, French and Art. Literacy and Numeracy Support Programs cater for students with learning needs. All students in Grade 6 are given the opportunity to undertake a leadership role within the school.