# Charlestown Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 234 (2025)
- **Address**: Frederick St, Charlestown NSW 2290
- **Phone**: (02) 4943 4063
- **Website**: https://charlestow-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: charlestow-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49050
- **Established**: 1879-04-01

## About

Charlestown Public School has a long and proud history of providing education to the greater Charlestown area. It serves as a caring and progressive learning centre dedicated to the wellbeing, advancement, and education of its students. The professional and caring staff at the school encourage excellence in behaviour, attitude, and performance, striving for high standards in all students.

## Academic Programs
The school is well-resourced with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy skills development, offering various special programs, including Literacy and Numeracy support, Rip It Up Reading, Multilit, Count Me In, Language, Literacy and Learning (L3), and Soundwaves. Additionally, there are Gifted and Talented programs available for students seeking further challenges. Technology is integrated throughout the learning experience, with each classroom equipped with an interactive whiteboard, along with computers and iPads.

## Extracurricular Activities
Charlestown Public School provides a wide range of cultural and sporting opportunities. It features a school choir, dance group, drumming group, and ukulele group. Students participate in local public speaking and debating competitions, sporting gala days, and benefit from Gymnastics and Swim School activities. New offerings such as an orienteering program are introduced regularly, ensuring a diverse range of experiences.

## Commitment to Wellbeing
As a 'Kidsmatter' school, Charlestown prioritises programs that promote positive mental health, emphasising skills in social and emotional development. The school's strong relationship with parents and the broader community enhances educational opportunities, while the vibrant playground and its various facilities support active play and engagement. Centrally located in Charlestown, the school also accesses local sporting facilities and events, fostering community ties and student growth.

## Mission

Together, we are dedicated to fostering educational excellence and cultivating integrity, within a positive and inclusive environment that upholds high expectations for all learners.

Motto: "Charlestown Public School"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 234 |
| 2024 | 239 |
| 2023 | 223 |
| 2022 | 218 |
| 2021 | 189 |
| 2020 | 170 |
| 2019 | 146 |
| 2018 | 148 |
| 2017 | 118 |
| 2016 | 139 |
| 2015 | 134 |
| 2014 | 128 |
| 2013 | 133 |
| 2012 | 130 |
| 2011 | 156 |
| 2010 | 156 |
| 2009 | 178 |
| 2008 | 183 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49050-charlestown-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.