Fitzroy North Primary School

Fitzroy North Primary School (No. 1490) is a state school in the inner-city suburb of Fitzroy North in Melbourne, Australia.^[1][2] The school is one of the oldest schools in Melbourne.^[3]

Fitzroy North Primary School
The school, pictured as the Alfred Crescent School, c. 1908
Location
9–11 Alfred Crescent Fitzroy North Melbourne , Victoria Australia
Information
Former name	Alfred Crescent School
Type	State primary school
Established	1875; 150 years ago (1875)
Years	Prep–6
Website	fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au

There are approximately 490 students. A mid-high proportion, less than one third of students, have language other than English backgrounds.^[4][5]

History

The Fitzroy North Primary School No. 1490 was constructed in 1875. Opened in 1875, Fitzroy North Primary School was known as Alfred Crescent School.^[1]

The average class size in 2008 was 25.2, with Prep–2 average being 24.8.^[6]

The school's Out of School Hours Care is fully registered under the National Child Care Accreditation.^[7]