# Prestons Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 586 (2025)
- **Address**: Kurrajong & Box Rds, Prestons NSW 2170
- **Phone**: (02) 9602 7435
- **Website**: https://prestons-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: prestons-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48543
- **Established**: 1926-01-01

## About

Prestons Public School is dedicated to fostering a caring and inclusive community that thrives on the values of excellence, collaboration, inclusivity, trust, respect, and determination. The school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported from their very first day. It aims to develop a culture centred around learning and improvement, involving not just students and teachers, but also the wider community. 

## Educational Environment
The school creates innovative educational spaces designed to meet the needs of future-focused learners. It provides a comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6, challenging students to achieve their best while also promoting social-emotional wellbeing. Students benefit from explicit teaching methods that equip them with essential skills and foster resilience, creativity, and a love for learning.

## Community Engagement
Prestons Public School recognises the importance of partnerships with families in supporting student success. Teachers collaborate with parents to develop tailored learning programs that cater to each child's unique strengths and needs. The school stands out for its commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that all students, including those with additional needs, receive the support they require to thrive.

With a focus on holistic development, Prestons Public School encourages students to engage in various extracurricular activities and community events, nurturing well-rounded individuals prepared for future opportunities. Overall, the school embodies a strong sense of belonging, community, and culture, making it a preferred choice for families seeking a supportive educational environment.

## Mission

Prestons Public School aims to improve the learning and wellbeing of every student, every day! The school demonstrates a strong sense of belonging, community, and culture, and is dedicated to supporting every child to achieve their full academic, sporting, and creative potential.

Motto: "We help every student to learn, grow and succeed."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 586 |
| 2024 | 589 |
| 2023 | 577 |
| 2022 | 701 |
| 2021 | 757 |
| 2020 | 704 |
| 2019 | 702 |
| 2018 | 631 |
| 2017 | 593 |
| 2016 | 552 |
| 2015 | 545 |
| 2014 | 475 |
| 2013 | 476 |
| 2012 | 445 |
| 2011 | 454 |
| 2010 | 466 |
| 2009 | 484 |
| 2008 | 512 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48543-prestons-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.