# Forest Lodge Public School

Forest Lodge Public School is a NSW government primary school in Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 307 (2025)
- **Address**: Bridge Rd, Forest Lodge NSW 2037
- **Phone**: (02) 9660 3530
- **Website**: https://forestlodg-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: forestlodg-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46141
- **Established**: 1883-01-01

## About

Forest Lodge Public School, established in 1883, has earned a reputation for high academic results and excellence in literacy and numeracy education. The school prioritises the visual and performing arts, while also ensuring strong support for students' welfare needs. Recognising the cultural and socio-economic diversity of its community, the school strives for excellence and promotes tolerance among its students.

## School Ethos
The ethos of Forest Lodge Public School emphasises individual care in a dynamic, safe, and engaging learning environment. Here, students are encouraged to show respect, tolerance, and understanding of individual differences. The academic and creative potential of each student is nurtured within a framework of responsibility and a commitment to excellence.

## Community Involvement
The school boasts a robust Parents and Citizens Association that plays an active role in school life and fosters strong connections among families. Students at Forest Lodge participate in a variety of programs including children’s philosophy, choir, band, public speaking, debating, dance, gymnastics, and more, which serve to enrich their educational experience. The curriculum also includes a differentiated approach to support gifted and talented students.

The school firmly believes in the importance of collaboration with families and community, creating an environment where every child is valued. Through its comprehensive curriculum and diverse co-curricular initiatives, Forest Lodge Public School aims to provide holistic education that helps every student learn, grow, and succeed.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Learner - Leader - Unique"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 307 |
| 2024 | 309 |
| 2023 | 317 |
| 2022 | 324 |
| 2021 | 350 |
| 2020 | 356 |
| 2019 | 340 |
| 2018 | 333 |
| 2017 | 347 |
| 2016 | 323 |
| 2015 | 307 |
| 2014 | 312 |
| 2013 | 316 |
| 2012 | 310 |
| 2011 | 309 |
| 2010 | 282 |
| 2009 | 277 |
| 2008 | 281 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46141-forest-lodge-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.