# Taverners Hill Infants School

Taverners Hill Infants School is a NSW government infants school in Petersham, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Infants School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 2
- **Enrolments**: 20 (2025)
- **Address**: Elswick St, Petersham NSW 2049
- **Phone**: (02) 9569 6396
- **Website**: https://tavernersh-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: tavernersh-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47607
- **Established**: 1903-08-01

## About

Taverners Hill Infants School is a small, caring community school dedicated to the education of children aged 4.5 to 8 years. Located in Petersham, Sydney, the school provides a smooth transition from preschool to Kindergarten and caters to the educational and social needs of students in Kindergarten to Year 2. With an enrolment of approximately 80 to 90 students, Taverners Hill fosters a supportive environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. The school boasts well-organised before and after school care, alongside vacation care services, making it convenient for families.

## Learning Environment
The school offers spacious and attractive classrooms, along with grassed outdoor areas that include safe play and climbing equipment. Each building features wide verandahs linking all parts of the school, creating an open and safe atmosphere. Adjacent to a small park, Taverners Hill is surrounded by high fences and trees, ensuring a secure learning environment.

## Community Engagement
At Taverners Hill, community involvement is key. The school has a strong partnership with families, working together to support the students’ education. The dedicated staff aims to create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere, where respect, curiosity, and teamwork are valued.

## Mission

At Taverners Hill Infants School our vision is to foster enthusiasm for learning whilst challenging and supporting each young student to maximise their individual potential. Teachers and parents work in partnership to maintain high expectations in an inclusive, respectful and nurturing environment where every student is known, valued and cared for.

Motto: "A Country School in the City"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2024 | 25 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2018 | 76 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2010 | 89 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2008 | 77 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47607-taverners-hill-infants-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.