# Austral Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 846 (2025)
- **Address**: 219 Edmondson Avenue, Austral NSW 2179
- **Phone**: (02) 9606 0312
- **Website**: https://austral-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: austral-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48545
- **Established**: 1893-06-01

## About

Austral Public School is situated in a semi-rural area approximately 14 km south-west of the city of Liverpool. The school is highly regarded in the community for its attractive native gardens, playing fields, and surroundings, which instil in students a sense of pride, respect, and ownership. The school's mission statement is 'To provide our students with a quality education in a warm caring environment through the efforts of a committed staff and community.' Shared values such as discipline, tolerance, care for the environment, and social cooperation are strongly emphasised. 

A strong focus on literacy and numeracy improvement is evident, coupled with a commitment to fostering a love of cultural and sporting pursuits. Austral Public School promotes a deep understanding of students' heritage, leading to greater respect for the culture of others. Various programs, including literacy and numeracy initiatives, an Italian community language program, and participation in inter-school competitions such as debating, oracy, and sport, significantly contribute to achieving the school's goals.

The school offers a high-quality, comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, fostering an inclusive community that values learning. Recent upgrades include new fit-for-purpose learning spaces aimed at supporting the growing student population. With a focus on well-being and inclusivity, Austral Public School continues to ensure every child feels safe and supported, ultimately empowering them to discover their passion and achieve excellence.

## Mission

Austral Public School is a dynamic community of learners who are resilient, respectful and curious. We are committed to excellence and equity in a safe and nurturing environment.

Motto: "Empowering students."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 846 |
| 2024 | 701 |
| 2023 | 519 |
| 2022 | 424 |
| 2021 | 381 |
| 2020 | 294 |
| 2019 | 286 |
| 2018 | 269 |
| 2017 | 272 |
| 2016 | 281 |
| 2015 | 308 |
| 2014 | 322 |
| 2013 | 330 |
| 2012 | 334 |
| 2011 | 356 |
| 2010 | 361 |
| 2009 | 379 |
| 2008 | 371 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48545-austral-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.