Huntingtower School
Welcome
Huntingtower School is set within magnificent gardens and grounds that provide a tranquil environment where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to fostering a dynamic and inspiring community that prepares our students for a future filled with unlimited potential.
Our students come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a desire to learn and be a beneficial presence. What unites Huntingtower is a belief in the boundless potential within all of us, nurtured by the right environment, values and beliefs.
Our motto, “Nosce te Ipsum” or “Know thy true self,” highlights the importance of self-awareness, empathy and personal reflection in overcoming challenges.
We encourage students to embody kindness, respect and excellence, both academically and personally, and we provide them with the opportunities to lead and inspire others.
Educational Excellence
Through strong values, dedicated staff and high expectations, Huntingtower consistently achieves excellent academic results, placing us among the most successful schools in Victoria.
Lessons are student-focussed and interactive and provide differentiation for every child according to their age, gender, interests and potential. Students are encouraged to engage in their learning with curiosity and insight and extension and support are available.
The curriculum is based on the Australian Curriculum, focussing strongly on literacy and numeracy, the needs of the individual and deeper level thinking skills.
There are myriad opportunities for students to immerse themselves in real-world scenarios, such as the innovative Triathlon, Urban Adventures and Language Immersion programs. Programs such as these give our students enormous scope to develop their resourcefulness and initiative.
Care & Well-being
The well-being of every student is our prime concern at Huntingtower. Students who feel valued, connected and cared for are in the best position to bring energy and enthusiasm to their learning, so Huntingtower’s pastoral care and transition programs are extremely important, building each student’s sense of belonging and enhancing self-esteem and resilience.
Technology
From early on, both Junior and Senior School students have access to a wide range of devices and operating systems, including iPads, Windows Desktops and Laptops, and Apple Macs. All students experience a range of existing and emerging technologies - from basic word processing to robotics, programming, virtual and augmented reality, video editing and more. Specialist classes feature an array of technologies such as 3D Printers, Laser Cutters and SLR cameras.
The Arts
Creativity and culture are important cornerstones at Huntingtower. All students are encouraged to take an active part in our arts program, be it through music, drama, the visual arts, a study of languages or a combination of all of them.
Our excellent music program provides all students with the opportunity to be a part of choirs and chamber choirs, orchestras, concert and jazz bands, brass, woodwind and string ensembles, with year round opportunities to perform at well-regarded and prestigious events including concerts and regional and international competitions.
Health, Fitness & Sport
From the Early Learning Centre upwards, Health and Physical Education form an integral part of the Huntingtower curriculum. All students participate in house events such as the Ball Games, swimming and athletics carnivals.
Huntingtower is a member of the Eastern Independent Schools of Melbourne Sporting Association and diverse opportunities exist for our students to experience the fun associated with competitive inter-school sport. The HT Heat Basketball and HT Swim Club are both very popular additions to the sporting program.