Evelyn Scott School is located in Denman Prospect in the Australian Capital Territory. It is named after Indigenous Australian activist and educator Evelyn Scott.[1]
The school opened to primary school students in 2021. It will open to high school students in 2023.[2] The school has been designed to have Zero emissions, with solar panels and double glazed windows.
Evelyn Scott School offers a modern education with a focus on 21st-century learning philosophies. The school features both indoor and outdoor learning areas, integrated environments, and various facilities including a gymnasium, sporting oval, library, and secure bicycle parking.
The junior campus, opened in 2021, serves Preschool to Year 6 students, while the senior campus, opened in 2023, accommodates Year 7-10 students. The school supports a range of sports and community activities with its extensive facilities.
As Canberra's 89th public school and second zero-emissions school, Evelyn Scott School emphasises sustainability and delivers the Australian Curriculum with specialised facilities for STEAM, Arts, and Music.