# Telopea Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 139 (2025)
- **Address**: Chestnut Avenue, Telopea NSW 2117
- **Phone**: (02) 9638 1296
- **Website**: https://telopea-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: telopea-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47749
- **Established**: 1956-09-01

## About

Telopea Public School is a small community school located in the Dundas Valley, near Parramatta City in Greater Sydney. The school's name, Telopea, is derived from the botanical name for the Waratah, New South Wales's state flower, which is prominently featured in the school logo. With a diverse student body, approximately 70% of the students come from Non-English Speaking Backgrounds. The school is committed to fostering a caring and cooperative environment, particularly for newly arrived students.

Since 2011, Telopea Public School has experienced a steady growth in enrolments, projecting continued increases in the coming years. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide comprehensive support programs in literacy, mathematics, and language. Additionally, the school is focused on integrating technology into learning, with interactive whiteboards in classrooms and a computer lab in the library.

Telopea Public School offers a balanced education through various extra-curricular activities. Students have the opportunity to participate in sports, cultural programs, and community projects, such as developing an edible garden in partnership with the Australian Red Cross. The school also hosts a School as Community Centre, which provides training and support for parents.

Leadership and community service are encouraged through initiatives like Peer Support and a Student Representative Council, which engages in fundraising for charities. The school’s spacious grounds support outdoor learning and athletic activities, enriching the educational experience for all students.

## Mission

The staff and community of Telopea Public School are committed to equity and excellence for all students. Our experienced, committed teachers use evidence-based practices so that every student may achieve their personal best.

Motto: "Success Through Endeavour"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 139 |
| 2024 | 128 |
| 2023 | 110 |
| 2022 | 101 |
| 2021 | 88 |
| 2020 | 86 |
| 2019 | 80 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2017 | 57 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2011 | 46 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2009 | 68 |
| 2008 | 92 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47749-telopea-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.