# Dee Why Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 478 (2025)
- **Address**: Regent St, Dee Why NSW 2099
- **Phone**: (02) 9971 8635
- **Website**: https://deewhy-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: deewhy-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47703
- **Established**: 1922-06-01

## About

Dee Why Public School is located in the Northern Beaches School Education Area and showcases a rich cultural diversity, with students from over thirty-eight different cultural backgrounds. This environment fosters harmony, tolerance, and care, making it a welcoming place for all students. The school operates as a small community, allowing for personalised attention while offering a broad range of educational programs and facilities, supported by specialist teachers.

## Educational Excellence
Dee Why Public School prides itself on being a school of excellence, innovation, opportunity, and harmony. Working collaboratively with parents and the local community, the institution is committed to quality teaching and learning for all its students. The school caters to children from Kindergarten through to Year 6, ensuring everyone feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their first day.

## Support and Growth
The school values partnerships with families and is dedicated to co-designing learning plans that cater to individual student needs. A wide array of subjects and extracurricular activities is offered, empowering students to develop skills and discover their passions. Dee Why Public School creates an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and ensures every child feels respected and valued.

## Facilities and Programs
Dee Why Public School aims to provide a supportive learning atmosphere, featuring comprehensive student support services, including learning support officers and counselling. The school is attentive to the wellbeing and engagement of its students, striving for personal improvement and success in both school and community activities. With easy access to local transport, Dee Why Public School presents a convenient option for families seeking a vibrant and nurturing educational experience.

## Mission

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

Motto: "A school of excellence, innovation, opportunity and harmony."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 478 |
| 2024 | 516 |
| 2023 | 546 |
| 2022 | 570 |
| 2021 | 567 |
| 2020 | 554 |
| 2019 | 490 |
| 2018 | 415 |
| 2017 | 383 |
| 2016 | 310 |
| 2015 | 270 |
| 2014 | 214 |
| 2013 | 202 |
| 2012 | 222 |
| 2011 | 205 |
| 2010 | 225 |
| 2009 | 238 |
| 2008 | 236 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47703-dee-why-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.