Welcome to Port Melbourne Primary School

Step into Port Melbourne Primary, and you’ll feel it—the energy, the purpose, the spark of a school where every child is part of something bigger.

We don’t just teach—we inspire. Learning here is built on the best research-backed methods, making it clear, structured, and engaging. Every child deserves to feel confident, capable, and excited about what comes next, and that’s exactly what we deliver.

But the best schools do more than teach. They unlock potential. They create moments of discovery, friendships that last, and opportunities that shape the future. Whether it’s solving real-world challenges in STEM, discovering a new language in French, bringing ideas to life in the arts, or pushing limits on the sports field, our students explore, create, and grow in spaces designed just for them. When kids find what excites them, they thrive.

Ours is a school where families are connected—not just to the school, but to each other. With a thriving social calendar and deep roots in the Port Melbourne community, there’s always something happening here. From the school fete to trivia nights to casual catch-ups at the gate, our families don’t just join a school—they step into a ready-made community that celebrates, supports, and lifts up every child.

And most importantly, success here isn’t left to chance. Learning at PMPS is designed with purpose, grounded in what we know about how the brain works. Every lesson builds understanding, strengthens connections, and ensures students practise to mastery. Our teachers adapt in real time, making sure no child is left behind and no child is held back.

As both a principal and a parent, I know that choosing a school is about more than programs and policies. It’s about finding a place where your child feels at home—where they’ll be challenged, supported, and excited to learn every day. That’s what makes PMPS special.

Come and see for yourself. Join me for a student-led tour, step inside our classrooms, and feel the difference.

Tom Cain
Principal

See Excellence, the Port Melbourne Way

Join us for a student-led tour