# Cardiff Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 283 (2025)
- **Address**: Macquarie Rd, Cardiff NSW 2285
- **Phone**: (02) 4954 0475
- **Website**: https://cardiff-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: cardiff-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49003
- **Established**: 1891-07-01

## About

Cardiff Public School is a small primary school located in the South-Western suburbs of Newcastle, near Lake Macquarie. It caters to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and socio-economic circumstances. The school boasts a proud history of achievements, particularly in Environmental Education and Student Well-being. Its environment is enriched by well-maintained gardens, interesting play areas, and significant structures that reflect its 114-year history.

## Values and Culture

The school's culture is rooted in its motto, "Work in Harmony," and focuses on fostering personal, social, and community values that contribute to a harmonious atmosphere. Educational life is built around core principles such as Care, Harmony, Honesty, Respect, and Achievement. The dedicated teaching staff, alongside proactive administrative and support teams, collaborates with the community to deliver high-quality educational outcomes.

Cardiff Public School's inclusive and welcoming approach ensures that every child feels safe and ready to learn from their very first day. The school is committed to providing tailored learning support to meet diverse student needs, promoting a culture that values kindness, respect, and curiosity. Its extensive curriculum includes a wide range of programs that empower students to discover their passions and achieve personal growth. 

With an emphasis on community involvement and support, Cardiff Public School fosters an engaging educational environment where students are encouraged to flourish and become confident, well-rounded individuals. Families are integral to this process, working alongside teachers to ensure that every child is nurtured and supported throughout their learning journey.

## Mission

Discover the opportunities that await you at our welcoming and inclusive school community. Enrol now. A strong start. Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day. Growth in the classroom and beyond. We offer our students a wide range of opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.

Motto: "Work in Harmony"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 283 |
| 2024 | 282 |
| 2023 | 279 |
| 2022 | 262 |
| 2021 | 268 |
| 2020 | 263 |
| 2019 | 243 |
| 2018 | 237 |
| 2017 | 225 |
| 2016 | 217 |
| 2015 | 209 |
| 2014 | 213 |
| 2013 | 220 |
| 2012 | 227 |
| 2011 | 209 |
| 2010 | 212 |
| 2009 | 216 |
| 2008 | 194 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49003-cardiff-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.