Horseshoe Bend Primary School makes progress!

Families of The Reserve with young children rejoice! We have exciting news to share regarding the upcoming Horseshoe Bend Primary School (temporary name).

Soon to open at 10 Amber Avenue in Charlemont – within one kilometre of The Reserve – the school has appointed Joel Riddle as its first Principal ahead of its opening in Term 1 of 2026.

Joel possesses 23 years of experience in government education and previously worked as the first Principal of Lollypop Creek Primary School in Werribee. He is excited to bring his experience in creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments to the Geelong region.

Designs for the new school have also been unveiled, with the school set to feature two learning neighbourhoods and an administration and library building.

To promote activity and sports amongst kids, the school will also include outdoor hard courts plus a sports field.

Additionally, the school will include a community hub featuring an indoor multi-use court, canteen, and arts and music spaces – to be used by the wider community as well as the school’s immediate students.

As construction continues to progress, the school’s foundations and core structure are beginning to take place – with structural steel and roofing complete.

Work is now underway to progress the school’s wall framing and cladding, with internal fit outs to follow.

For more information on the upcoming school including construction updates and enrolment details, visit below.
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