About SWPSchool
About
A K–12 day school in Springfield where every child is known, challenged and cared for.
A welcome from our principal
We teach children, not just subjects
“Walk our halls on any morning and you'll hear it: kids asking questions, teachers asking them back. That curiosity is what we protect here.”
SWPSchool opened in 2001 with 60 students and one big idea: that a child learns best when someone truly knows them. Today we're 1,200 students strong, and that idea still shapes everything from class sizes to how we write report cards.
Recognised for quality learning
- State Accredited
- AP Program School
- Top 5 in Springfield
- Safe Schools Certified
- Green Campus Award
Years of shaping young minds in Springfield
Students enrolled from Pre-K to Grade 12
Certified teachers and support staff
Graduates accepted to college or university
A day at SWPSchool
What a Tuesday looks like in Grade 4
Parents often ask what their child will actually do all day. Here's a typical schedule, with a good balance of focus, movement and play.
Shadow a Class for a Day-
Drop-off & breakfast club
Buses arrive and early birds grab a warm breakfast in the dining hall.
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Morning circle
Students share news, review the day's plan and set one small goal.
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Literacy block
Guided reading groups, spelling and writing time with their teacher.
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Recess
Outdoor play on the field or climbing frames, supervised by staff.
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Maths & science
Hands-on problems, then a lab session on plants and growth.
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Lunch
A balanced hot lunch or packed meal, followed by free play.
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Specials
Music, art, PE or Spanish, rotating through the week.
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Clubs & pick-up
Chess, robotics, choir or soccer until 4:30, or straight home.
Our teachers
The people your child will learn from
Every teacher is state certified, and 70% hold a master's degree. Most have been with us for over eight years.
12 yrs at SWP
Daniel Brooks
Head of Science
9 yrs at SWP
Sofia Ramirez
Early Years Lead
7 yrs at SWP
Michael Owens
Athletics Director
10 yrs at SWP
Hannah Lee
College CounsellorFrom our families
Parents and students, in their own words
Book a campus tour
Come and see us in person
Tours run Monday to Friday at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. Tell us a little about your family and we'll confirm your slot.