Orroroo Area School Introduction

Orroroo Area School is situated in the mid north of South Australia in the township of Orroroo, gateway to the magnificent Flinders Ranges and Outback.

Our school services the farming community of the region. Many tourists
pass through Orroroo on their way to exploring the rugged landscapes, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries of the Flinders which they choose to do by car, coach, 4WD, train, horseback and even camel. The Orroroo agricultural show is also popular with visitors.


School facilities and resources

• Specialist facilities for science, home economics and technical studies (redeveloped in 2003)
• 2 IBM compatible computer suites
• Networked computers in all classrooms
• Joint use community library with internet access
• Gymnasium
• Sporting facilities include tennis courts, large sports oval and beach volleyball facility

Strong focus areas

• Literacy
• Numeracy
• Tourism
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Special interest programs

• Music

Languages

• Indonesian

Student support services

• Student counsellor
• School chaplain

Sporting activities

• Australian rules football
• Netball
• Cricket
• Beach volleyball
• Golf

Co-curricular opportunities

• Music - primary and secondary bands
• School drama production

Community alliances

• Strong working relationship with the local council and many community clubs
• Orroroo Regional Tourism Association – tourism programs

International program

• Study Tours