WELCOME TO ASHMORE STATE SCHOOL

Ashmore State School is a co-educational P - 7 school located on Queensland's Gold Coast.

Established in 1978 and providing a physical and social setting which is safe, well-organized and caring, in 2003, Ashmore celebrated 25 years of productive partnership with its families and the delivery of quality State education to the community. As principal I am extremely proud of the high standard that Ashmore continues to espouse in the pursuit of academic, cultural, social and sporting excellence. The committed Ashmore Staff believe in building a positive ethos, which focuses on the values of respect, acceptance, inclusion and a sense of belonging. Ashmore has built a strong sense of community around the concept of QUALITY – quality relationships enhance quality teaching and learning in a quality environment. One of our goals has been to establish a Culture of Learning throughout the school. In 2002, Ashmore received a national Literacy Award in recognition of the school’s literacy practices in the early years of schooling.  

In 2003, Year 7 students were recognised with a National Silver Award for and eco-online challenge called “Murder Under the Microscope” which showcased their Science, Maths, Technology and Communication skills. Diverse academic, sporting and cultural opportunities such as Challenge Days with local high schools, Business Enterprise Studies, Chess Tuition, Public Speaking, French, Peer Mediation, Auskick, Robotics and Micro Processors Project, C.R.E.S.T Science awards and Golf demonstrate the dynamic smorgasboard of programs available to students, as well as a balance and connected curriculum in the Key Learning Areas. 

The award-winning choral and instrumental music programs always evoke a great sense of pride and creative challenge. With our entry into “Wakakirri” – a story/dance performing arts event - the students performed in the Queensland Grand Final at the Brisbane Convention Centre. A wonderful achievement for a first time entry.

With an active P & C Association and Student Forum, all stakeholders are encouraged to have a voice in the strategic direction of the school, volunteering in classrooms, and participation in early literacy interventions or as Year level parent reps.