# Thornleigh West Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 477 (2025)
- **Address**: Giblett Ave, Thornleigh NSW 2120
- **Phone**: (02) 9484 4242
- **Website**: https://thornleigw-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: thornleigw-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47766
- **Established**: 1961-01-01

## About

Thornleigh West Public School is located in a magnificent position overlooking bushland in Sydney's northern suburbs, an area renowned for its natural beauty. Founded in 1961, it is situated on traditional Aboriginal Garingal land and boasts a vibrant community with over 20% of students coming from language backgrounds other than English, representing more than 25 nationalities. The school promotes a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration between students, staff, and the wider community to enhance learning experiences through effective teaching, a positive environment, good discipline, and community participation.

## Vision and Values
The school’s vision is to inspire learners to be confident communicators and leaders who strive for personal and academic excellence. It aims to build a community of lifelong learners who are creative, innovative, and resourceful, while empowering students to be compassionate world citizens embracing diversity and social justice. Thornleigh West Public School values positive partnerships that promote a sense of belonging.

## Programs and Activities
The school offers exceptional programs in band, music, dance, drama, and sports while also celebrating student achievements through various well-being programs. The cornerstones of its educational philosophy include developing resilience, building relationships, and fostering a love of learning. By focusing on creative and critical thinking, the school nurtures students’ ability to solve problems and embrace challenges. The leadership programs aim to enhance community connectedness, enabling active participation in school life and fostering confident, creative, and resilient global citizens.

## Mission

Thornleigh West Public School fosters confident, curious, lifelong learners who think critically and creatively. We value inclusion, high expectations and strong community connections, prioritising a sense of belonging for all students.

Motto: "Strive to Achieve"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 477 |
| 2024 | 490 |
| 2023 | 545 |
| 2022 | 553 |
| 2021 | 586 |
| 2020 | 610 |
| 2019 | 618 |
| 2018 | 593 |
| 2017 | 588 |
| 2016 | 558 |
| 2015 | 552 |
| 2014 | 541 |
| 2013 | 543 |
| 2012 | 564 |
| 2011 | 562 |
| 2010 | 567 |
| 2009 | 552 |
| 2008 | 555 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47766-thornleigh-west-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.