School office hours:
7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Breakfast service: 7:35 a.m.

School hours: 8:00 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

Tardy bell: 7:55 a.m.

Daily announcements: 8:00 a.m.

2025-2026 Elementary Student Handbook

Nestled among the rural farmlands of Hartford City and Montpelier, Blackford Primary School is privileged to offer a first-rate academic establishment to the current and prospective students of Blackford County. From Shamrock Lakes to Montpelier, Blackford Primary School is known for its high standards and small town hospitality. You’re sure to agree that BPS is a great choice for providing your child the best education imaginable.

Blackford Primary School's purpose is to create a safe, supportive learning environment that fosters academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and responsible citizenship, preparing students for success in school and beyond.

The mission of Blackford Primary School is to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment where every child develops the academic, social, and emotional skills necessary to thrive. We will meet the needs of all students, both academically and socially, and help them realize they can be anything they want to be with hard work and dedication.

Blackford Primary School aims to create a supportive environment where children become lifelong learners. We nurture students' talents and equip them with the skills needed to succeed. By setting high expectations and fostering a welcoming atmosphere, we aim to develop compassionate, responsible, and curious individuals.