# Matraville Soldiers Settlement Public School

Matraville Soldiers Settlement Public School is a NSW government primary school in Matraville, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 114 (2025)
- **Address**: Menin Rd, Matraville NSW 2036
- **Phone**: (02) 9311 1175
- **Website**: https://matravilss-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: matravilss-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47570
- **Established**: 1927-07-01

## About

Matraville Soldiers’ Settlement Public School is a vibrant educational institution that has been serving the community since its establishment in 1927. Located near the picturesque beaches of Maroubra and Malabar, the school offers a Preschool to Year Six education, enveloped in a culturally rich environment that celebrates the diversity of its student body. The school is situated on Dharawal Country, paying homage to its Aboriginal heritage and values such as Respect, Responsibility, Learning, and Safety.

## Learning Environment
The school provides a comprehensive curriculum aimed at fostering academic excellence and creativity. Students benefit from a wide variety of programs, including music tuition, dance, public speaking, and innovative subjects like coding and film-making. Additionally, the school's commitment to high potential and gifted education (HPGE) ensures that every child's strengths are recognised and nurtured.

Matraville Soldiers’ Settlement Public School is also home to unique features such as an Aboriginal bush tucker trail and a range of sporting facilities, including a playground and basketball court. The school maintains a strong focus on student wellbeing, supported by a dedicated Learning Support Team that tailors support to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of its students.

## Community and Inclusion
This public school thrives on strong connections between staff, parents, and the wider community, fostering a spirit of collaboration and continuous improvement. By adopting child-centred approaches, the school inspires curiosity and resilience in its students. It also strives to create a welcoming environment where every student is encouraged to embrace their identity, celebrate diversity, and cultivate the values necessary for contributing positively to society.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Strive to Achieve"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 114 |
| 2024 | 120 |
| 2023 | 150 |
| 2022 | 172 |
| 2021 | 190 |
| 2020 | 220 |
| 2019 | 242 |
| 2018 | 235 |
| 2017 | 228 |
| 2016 | 208 |
| 2015 | 213 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2012 | 200 |
| 2011 | 208 |
| 2010 | 204 |
| 2009 | 224 |
| 2008 | 255 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47570-matraville-soldiers-settlement-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.