Key information
- Address:
- 4 Frank Street, Allansford 3277
- Opened:
- 22 December 1856
- School type:
- Primary
- School number:
- 3
- Other names:
- Allansford School, Allansford Common School, Allansford State School
- Email:
- allansford.ps@education.vic.gov.au
- Phone:
- 03 5565 1382
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The history of Allansford and District Primary School
1856
The school opened as a national school in 1856. The first head teacher was Mr Williamson and he was also the postmaster. The schoolhouse was made from clay and earth. It had one room when the school opened and 2 large rooms were added later.
1862
The school became a common school in 1862.
1870s
The school became a state school at some stage between 1873 and 1878.
1903
The schoolhouse was badly damaged by an earthquake in 1903. It was repaired and renovated.
1905
The head teacher was Mr McKenzie. He walked to the school from Warrnambool which was 9.5 kms each way.
1923
A large room made from sandstone was moved from Warrnambool.
1970
The school was renamed Allansford and District Primary School in 1970.
2022
Allansford & District Primary School is still in operation.
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