# Sefton Infants School

Sefton Infants School is a NSW government infants school in Sefton, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Infants School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 2
- **Enrolments**: 93 (2025)
- **Address**: 180-194 Rodd St, Sefton NSW 2162
- **Phone**: (02) 9644 4079
- **Website**: https://seftoninf-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: seftoninf-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48150
- **Established**: 1952-01-01

## About

Sefton Infants School is a small, well-resourced educational institution specialising in the early years of schooling, catering to students from Preschool to Year 2. The school is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and engaging curriculum that addresses the academic, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child in a nurturing environment. With a strong focus on explicit teaching of literacy and numeracy skills, the school ensures high-quality teaching and learning programs that set a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

## Specialized Programs
Sefton Infants School offers various specialist programs including English as an Additional Language/Dialect, Community Languages, and Learning Support to extend student learning. The school also facilitates effective transition programs to support students moving into Kindergarten and beyond, ensuring a seamless educational experience.

## Extra-Curricular Activities
In addition to the core curriculum, the school provides exciting extra-curricular activities such as after-school sports programs, swimming, gymnastics, and playgroup, enriching the overall educational experience for students.

## Community Engagement
The school community is actively involved, with contributions from students, staff, parents, and local organisations being highly valued. The teachers work collaboratively with families to maximise student learning outcomes, reflecting the school's motto of ‘Working Together’. By fostering strong, reciprocal links with local schools and community groups, Sefton Infants School enhances its educational offerings and creates a supportive learning environment.

Sefton Infants School prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive community where children feel secure, respected, and engaged in their learning journey. The focus on comprehensive and equitable education prepares students to become confident, active learners and respectful citizens.

## Mission

Sefton Infants School fosters a strong foundation of wellbeing for all staff and students, so that they can learn at their best. Every learner receives evidence-informed and explicit teaching, enabling them to achieve and exceed their personal learning goals. All school community members are empowered to be effective communicators and active collaborators to support and extend student learning.

Motto: "Working Together"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 93 |
| 2024 | 74 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2022 | 100 |
| 2021 | 106 |
| 2020 | 111 |
| 2019 | 103 |
| 2018 | 106 |
| 2017 | 90 |
| 2016 | 90 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2011 | 67 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2008 | 59 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48150-sefton-infants-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.