# Hillsborough Public School

Hillsborough 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**: 164 (2025)
- **Address**: Hillsborough Public School 83 Waratah Avenue, Charlestown NSW 2290
- **Phone**: (02) 4943 5695
- **Website**: https://hillsboro-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: hillsboro-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49059
- **Established**: 1963-01-01

## About

Hillsborough Public School provides a welcoming environment where all students are supported and encouraged to reach their full potential across academic, cultural, creative, technological, and sporting fields. The school boasts excellent technology teaching programs and infrastructure, enabling students to face modern challenges effectively. Hillsborough Public School is committed to quality teaching practices that consistently lead to above-average results in external examinations. Classrooms are designed as dynamic learning environments, accommodating the diverse learning styles of children. Emphasising the Values of NSW Public Education, the school focuses on developing a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect within its community.

## Educational Approach
The school's dedicated staff work closely with families to support students' growth both inside and outside the classroom. Hillsborough Public School enriches its curriculum with a variety of subjects and extracurricular opportunities aimed at empowering every learner. In a collaborative atmosphere, students are encouraged to discover their passions, enhancing their educational experience.

## Community Engagement
Hillsborough Public School proudly serves the Charlestown community, striving to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school actively fosters diversity and cultural inclusivity, ensuring that every child feels respected and valued. Through well-structured support systems, including tailored learning assistance, the school prepares students to become confident, well-rounded global citizens. Hillsborough Public School believes in celebrating every achievement, no matter how big or small, as part of nurturing a positive school culture.

## Mission

Empowering every learner through equity and excellence, with high expectations and wellbeing to transform lives and build a brighter future.

Motto: "A small school with big ambitions and a big heart!"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 164 |
| 2024 | 182 |
| 2023 | 205 |
| 2022 | 213 |
| 2021 | 219 |
| 2020 | 243 |
| 2019 | 268 |
| 2018 | 259 |
| 2017 | 280 |
| 2016 | 281 |
| 2015 | 289 |
| 2014 | 283 |
| 2013 | 292 |
| 2012 | 261 |
| 2011 | 273 |
| 2010 | 250 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2008 | 263 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49059-hillsborough-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.