# Orange Grove Public School

Orange Grove Public School is a NSW government primary school in Leichhardt, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 519 (2025)
- **Address**: Perry St, Leichhardt NSW 2040
- **Phone**: (02) 9810 1378
- **Website**: https://orangegrov-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: orangegrov-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47587
- **Established**: 1883-03-01

## About

Orange Grove Public School is located on Wangal Country in Sydney's Inner West suburb of Lilyfield, and has been proudly serving the community since 1883. The school provides high-quality teaching and learning opportunities tailored to meet the diverse needs of students from Preschool to Year 6. At the forefront of its educational approach is differentiated teaching, which is supported by evidence-based strategies and a collaborative teaching culture. This fosters an environment where students are encouraged to communicate, think critically, and engage creatively with their learning.

## Commitment to Excellence
The school is dedicated to ensuring student engagement and wellbeing, focusing on restorative practices that promote a respectful and responsible learning community. Students are actively encouraged to be engaged learners, underpinned by the Positive Behaviour for Learning expectations. The curriculum at Orange Grove Public School is broad, integrating rich programs in Literacy and Numeracy while also offering extensive opportunities in the Performing Arts and Sport.

## Community Involvement
Orange Grove Public School is also a vibrant hub within the Lilyfield community, with the Organic Farmer’s Market operating on its grounds every Saturday. This fosters connections between students, families, and the broader community. The school values partnerships, such as with Team Kids, which enhances its Out of School Hours (OOSH) program. With a commitment to high expectations, the school aims to nurture students who embrace learning, develop passion, and strive for continuous improvement in a supportive environment.

## Mission

A dynamic and inclusive community, where learning, creativity, and wellbeing flourish. We ignite and nurture every child’s curiosity and potential.

Motto: "Respect, Responsibility, Active Learning."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 519 |
| 2024 | 509 |
| 2023 | 519 |
| 2022 | 499 |
| 2021 | 523 |
| 2020 | 525 |
| 2019 | 496 |
| 2018 | 477 |
| 2017 | 428 |
| 2016 | 381 |
| 2015 | 345 |
| 2014 | 314 |
| 2013 | 269 |
| 2012 | 217 |
| 2011 | 187 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2009 | 135 |
| 2008 | 120 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47587-orange-grove-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.