Computers
The development and use of computer technology has been a feature of Ashgrove State School over many years. Our students have access to the following technological resources:-
- A local school network connecting every classroom to Education Queensland’s wide area network and the Internet;
- A computerised library access system and library mini-lab connected to the Internet;
- A computer lab of 30 computers connected to the Internet and network printer;
- A digital camera/scanners/video camera/data projector/overhead projectors/video players;
- A wide range of curriculum software that is an integral part of classroom teaching and learning.
- Multimedia software to produce video editing.
All of the staff have a Level 1 technology competency achievement certificate. An information technology teacher delivers weekly lessons on computer Education to each class
Creative Skills Centre
This special facility exists at Ashgrove State School and caters for the skill development in many curriculum areas. For example - Art, Cooking (which encompasses many curriculum areas), Basic Carpentry (this assists in the development of motor skills).
This facility has been provided by the parents and community members of our school to further develop these important skills in our young students.
Grounds
While the grounds at Ashgrove State School are relatively small they are well maintained and have been developed to enhance both their practical and aesthetic value. Attention has been given to providing shade both through tree planting and shade structures.
The junior school is well catered for with planned playground areas which provide fun play areas and outdoor learning environments.
JB Stephens Centre
This building was provided through fundraising of the school P & C Association and financial assistance from the State Government. It provides an excellent multipurpose facility to host instrumental music activities, class presentations, professional development and other presentations.
Library - Resource Centre
An extensive collection of fiction and non-fiction books as well as other resource and recreational material is housed in the school’s Resource Centre. The library management system is fully computerised and is connected through the school network to the internet.
Materials are available for borrowing by students, teachers, staff and parents.
Sporting Facilities
These facilities include tennis courts, netball courts, cricket pitch, cricket practice wickets and the oval. When not being used by the school these facilities are available for community use. The tennis courts can be hired by community members on weekends. Tennis coaching is available before and after school for students. Junior Cricket teams use the school oval for practice and week-end competition.
Swimming Pool
This facility, being on site, ensures all students from Year 1 to Year 7 receive basic swimming instruction from our Specialist Physical Education Teacher. As the school has a pool on site, our children have the advantage of receiving more tuition time. The pool is solar and gas heated, making the water temperature comfortable throughout the year.