Key information
- Address:
- 50 School Road, Bellbrae 3228
- Opened:
- 18 June 1861
- School type:
- Primary
- School number:
- 319
- Other names:
- Jan Juc School, Bellbrae Common School, Bellbrae State School
- Email:
- bellbrae.ps@education.vic.gov.au
- Phone:
- 03 5261 2660
How to find enrolment and other school records
If the school is open: contact the school directly to access your records.
If the school has closed: contact the Archives and Records branch via email archives.records@education.vic.gov.au or 1800 359 140 and they will assist you.
The history of Bellbrae Primary School
1861
The school as a national school opened in 1861. It was called Jac Juc when it opened The first head teacher was William Cook. He stayed as the head teacher for 16 years. There were 35 students enrolled when the school opened.
1862
The school became a common school in 1862. The schoolhouse was made from brick and stone. It was big enough for 60 students. There was a house for the teacher attached. It had 4 rooms.
1873
The school became a state school in 1873.
1970
The school was renamed Bellbrae Primary School.
2022
Bellbrae Primary School is still in operation.
Find more information about this school
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