# Hamilton South Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 362 (2025)
- **Address**: Kenrick St, Merewether NSW 2291
- **Phone**: (02) 4969 3795
- **Website**: https://hamiltons-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: hamiltons-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49094
- **Established**: 1933-09-01

## About

Hamilton South Public School, established in 1933 and located in inner city Newcastle, is a vibrant educational institution with a proud history of achievement and excellence. The school is committed to fostering a supportive educational environment that promotes dignity and self-worth in each child. Hamilton South Public School embraces student integration, with three support unit classes dedicated to students with special needs, enhancing the school community by fostering empathy and understanding among all students.

## Mission and Educational Philosophy
The school's mission is captured in its statement: 'encouraging children to achieve their potential by providing a quality life-education in a co-operative, caring, learning environment'. This commitment is reinforced by the school's philosophy, 'By doing we learn', highlighting the importance of experiential learning in achieving improved student outcomes. Parents play an integral role in the school's community, contributing significantly to its success and culture of continuous improvement.

## Programs and Opportunities
Hamilton South Public School offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including Band, Debating, Public Speaking, Dance, Robotics, and various sporting programs. The school works closely with local high schools to ensure a smooth transition for students moving up in their education.

The school's curriculum is designed to be balanced and engaging, focusing on quality outcomes for every child. By valuing the involvement of parents and community members in decision-making, Hamilton South cultivates an inclusive environment where every child's learning needs are acknowledged and catered for. With access to various educational and extracurricular opportunities, students are encouraged to explore and develop their individual talents and interests.

## Mission

At Hamilton South Public School, we empower confident, creative and caring learners who make a positive difference in their world.

Motto: "By doing we learn."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 362 |
| 2024 | 376 |
| 2023 | 369 |
| 2022 | 385 |
| 2021 | 409 |
| 2020 | 421 |
| 2019 | 436 |
| 2018 | 434 |
| 2017 | 427 |
| 2016 | 425 |
| 2015 | 431 |
| 2014 | 409 |
| 2013 | 410 |
| 2012 | 390 |
| 2011 | 377 |
| 2010 | 377 |
| 2009 | 362 |
| 2008 | 368 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49094-hamilton-south-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.