# Carlton Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 599 (2025)
- **Address**: 60 Cameron St, Bexley NSW 2207
- **Phone**: (02) 9587 3717
- **Website**: https://carlton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: carlton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48594
- **Established**: 1918-06-01

## About

Carlton Public School is a coeducational primary school located in Bexley, Sydney, serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a diverse enrolment of 865 students, the school cultivates an environment of harmony, equity, respect, tolerance, and communication. Approximately 90% of its students come from language backgrounds other than English, and 1% identify as Indigenous Australians, highlighting the school's commitment to inclusivity. The extensive community languages program offers classes in Chinese, Arabic, Macedonian, Greek, and Maori, while Indonesian is provided for other students. 

The school boasts high academic achievement alongside a broad curriculum that includes performing arts and sporting programs. Its focus on innovative teaching is complemented by a strong emphasis on technology to enhance learning experiences. Carlton Public School actively encourages student participation in leadership through programs like the Student Representative Council and Peer Mediation. 

Support systems are in place to cater to all students, such as Learning Assistance, Reading Recovery, and English as a Second Language programs, ensuring every child can reach their potential. Parental involvement is highly valued, with the Parents and Citizens’ Association playing a significant role in funding and enhancing school programs. Overall, Carlton Public School strives for continuous improvement, fostering creative and critical thinkers prepared for their future roles as engaged citizens.

## Mission

Our mission is to provide a high quality education that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an ever changing world. We nurture not just academic excellence, but also the social and emotional wellbeing of our students.

Motto: "Courage Perseverance Success."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 599 |
| 2024 | 629 |
| 2023 | 680 |
| 2022 | 711 |
| 2021 | 776 |
| 2020 | 826 |
| 2019 | 836 |
| 2018 | 841 |
| 2017 | 856 |
| 2016 | 870 |
| 2015 | 899 |
| 2014 | 877 |
| 2013 | 881 |
| 2012 | 869 |
| 2011 | 916 |
| 2010 | 909 |
| 2009 | 947 |
| 2008 | 955 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48594-carlton-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.