# Arcadia Vale Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 171 (2025)
- **Address**: Glade St, Arcadia Vale NSW 2283
- **Phone**: (02) 4975 1181
- **Website**: https://arcadiaval-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: arcadiaval-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48963
- **Established**: 1958-09-01

## About

Arcadia Vale Public School is a small school located on the western shores of Lake Macquarie, catering to the needs of the Arcadia Vale community. The school's vision encompasses the aspiration for all students to achieve personal excellence within a respectful and community-focused environment. Core values of Excellence, Respect, and Community are integral to the school culture, underpinning all aspects of school life. 

The school prides itself on being a safe and nurturing space where every child is valued, fostering happiness and success throughout their educational journey. Committed to evidence-based teaching, Arcadia Vale Public School personalises learning programs to meet individual student needs, allowing for well-rounded development in academic, physical, social, and emotional skills. The school is particularly recognised for its outstanding performing arts programs, which include opportunities in musical instrument training, choir, band, and dance. 

The dedicated staff focuses on delivering a high-quality education, encouraging students to become active, confident, and innovative learners equipped to navigate a rapidly changing society. Community partnership is a strong emphasis at the school, engaging parents and community members as active partners in the educational process, and valuing their contributions through collaborative decision-making. Arcadia Vale Public School exemplifies a commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that all students feel safe, respected, and part of a connected community.

## Mission

Excellence, Respect, Community

Motto: "The Small School Where BIG Dreams Come True!"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 171 |
| 2024 | 164 |
| 2023 | 158 |
| 2022 | 130 |
| 2021 | 130 |
| 2020 | 125 |
| 2019 | 103 |
| 2018 | 105 |
| 2017 | 113 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2015 | 130 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2013 | 127 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2011 | 101 |
| 2010 | 95 |
| 2009 | 98 |
| 2008 | 98 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48963-arcadia-vale-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.