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Welcome to Hughes Primary School
The School
Hughes Primary School is located in the Canberra suburb of Hughes. Hughes was the first suburb to be established in the Woden Valley, ACT. It was conceived as an experiment in urban design as a suburb where a strong sense of neighbourhood and community could be fostered.
Hughes Primary School was opened in 1964 and is named after William (Billy) Hughes. The briefcase that he used in office is on permanent display in the front foyer of the school.
The school was opened by the Hon. J D (Douglas) Anthony, whose children attended the school.
The first principal was Mr Ken Wilson.
The School Logo
In 1964 children were invited to submit suggestions for a design for the school emblem. The successfull entry was submitted by sisters Colleen and Eileen Johnston. Their father David Johnston drafted the stylised design we know so well.
Origin of Houses
School houses are named after other mountains in the area Mugga, Stromlo, Taylor and Forster.
Contacts
Hughes Primary School
Principal Christine Powell
Southside Introductory English Centre
Deputy Principal Joy Hetherington
Address Kent Street, HUGHES, ACT 2605
School Phone 6205 5699
School FAX 6205 5653
School email hghp@hughesps.act.edu.au