# Turramurra Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 531 (2025)
- **Address**: Kissing Point Rd, Turramurra NSW 2074
- **Phone**: (02) 9983 9455
- **Website**: https://turramurra-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: turramurra-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47635
- **Established**: 1953-01-01

## About

Turramurra Public School (TPS) is located in the upper North Shore area of Sydney, with its name inspired by an Aboriginal word meaning 'placed on the hill'. The school spans extensive grounds, featuring buildings clustered around large playing fields. Catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6, TPS is committed to a strong inclusive ethos and sets high educational standards. The school's educational framework embraces Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) and promotes collaborative practices alongside numerous opportunities for student involvement.

TPS offers quality teaching programs and diverse extracurricular activities, including outstanding band and choral programs, buddy systems, specialist sports, and music programs. Additionally, students can engage in robotics, participate in the student representative council, and explore debate and chess clubs. The school has implemented a comprehensive well-being policy, ensuring a positive school culture aligned with the Department of Education's core values. Professional learning for teachers is a priority to enhance educational outcomes.

The school has strong ties with the Turramurra Learning Community, which connects it with Turramurra High School and local businesses, enriching the educational experience. Each year, TPS identifies focus areas for improvement, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining excellent levels of student achievement. With an environment that prioritises the well-being and learning of all students, Turramurra Public School continues to be a welcoming and supportive community.

## Mission

We help every student to be respectful, learn responsibility and achieve their personal best.

Motto: "Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 531 |
| 2024 | 549 |
| 2023 | 546 |
| 2022 | 561 |
| 2021 | 546 |
| 2020 | 573 |
| 2019 | 570 |
| 2018 | 566 |
| 2017 | 569 |
| 2016 | 566 |
| 2015 | 526 |
| 2014 | 512 |
| 2013 | 484 |
| 2012 | 472 |
| 2011 | 483 |
| 2010 | 461 |
| 2009 | 465 |
| 2008 | 470 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47635-turramurra-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.