# Camdenville Public School

Camdenville Public School is a NSW government primary school in Newtown, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 310 (2025)
- **Address**: Laura St, Newtown NSW 2042
- **Phone**: (02) 9557 5505
- **Website**: https://camdenvill-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: camdenvill-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47591
- **Established**: 1882-06-01

## About

Camdenville Public School, established in 1882, is an inner-city school located in Newtown, serving the local areas of Newtown, St Peters, Enmore, and Marrickville. The school prides itself on being a welcoming community hub that caters to the diverse needs of all its students, providing excellent educational experiences in a supportive environment.

## Educational Approach
Camdenville Public School is recognised as a Restorative School, ensuring that all students have the right to feel safe and happy while pursuing their studies. The school offers high-quality tuition across all Key Learning Areas and enriches the curriculum with various extracurricular activities, including music programs, choir, French lessons, chess club, drama, physical education, and environmental awareness.

The innovative learning environment encourages students from preschool to Year 6 to thrive through collaboration, creativity, and well-being support. The dedicated teaching team fosters a culture of curiosity and engagement, empowering students to connect their knowledge to real-world applications.

## Community Engagement
Camdenville Public School actively involves families in the learning process, co-designing educational plans to cater to individual learning styles. The diverse school community is committed to nurturing students' social understanding and ensuring they are prepared to become responsible global citizens.

In addition to a strong academic foundation, the school’s numerous programs and partnerships with local communities facilitate the positive growth of its students, both academically and personally. Camdenville Public School strives to build connections and relationships that enhance the educational experience, ensuring every student feels valued and supported.

## Mission

Our vibrant school community collaborates to create an inspiring and supportive environment for all learners.

Motto: "A strong start and support for every family."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 310 |
| 2024 | 316 |
| 2023 | 314 |
| 2022 | 321 |
| 2021 | 361 |
| 2020 | 365 |
| 2019 | 344 |
| 2018 | 308 |
| 2017 | 263 |
| 2016 | 256 |
| 2015 | 225 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2013 | 178 |
| 2012 | 194 |
| 2011 | 182 |
| 2010 | 182 |
| 2009 | 188 |
| 2008 | 184 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47591-camdenville-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.