# Shortland Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 271 (2025)
- **Address**: Sandgate Rd, Shortland NSW 2307
- **Phone**: (02) 4955 8476
- **Website**: https://shortland-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: shortland-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49152
- **Established**: 1927-08-01

## About

Shortland Public School is located on the western fringe of Newcastle, close to the University of Newcastle and the Shortland Wetlands Environmental Education Centre. It is a dynamic and innovative institution that provides a nurturing environment for its students, promoting continuous improvement through active community participation. The school caters to a diverse student population, including Regional Emotional Disturbance, Multi-Categorical, and Autistic classes, supported by equity funding for small group literacy and numeracy sessions.

### Learning and Support Programs
Shortland Public School focuses on delivering tailored support through various programs such as daily DiPL literacy groups, Accelerated Literacy lessons, and a targeted multicultural program led by an ESL support teacher. The school prides itself on identifying and nurturing gifted students, offering specialised aerobics, ensemble, art, and environmental programs.

### Community and Values
The school participates in the Positive Behaviours for Learning program, reinforcing its commitment to a Code of Conduct centred on 'Respect, Responsibility, and Relationships.' Shortland Public School also provides a range of extracurricular activities, including Active After Schools and access to OOSH services. By fostering a strong relationship with families and the community, the school ensures that every student is supported and encouraged to thrive.

### Facilities and Future Initiatives
Plans are underway to establish a new public preschool at Shortland Public School, enhancing the educational opportunities for younger children. With a commitment to innovative teaching and a supportive community, Shortland Public School aims to empower its students to reach their full potential.

## Mission

At Shortland Public School we are proud to be an inclusive school with high expectations that promotes the wellbeing and success of all students.

Motto: "Respect, Relationships and Responsibility"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 271 |
| 2024 | 250 |
| 2023 | 239 |
| 2022 | 225 |
| 2021 | 218 |
| 2020 | 234 |
| 2019 | 233 |
| 2018 | 240 |
| 2017 | 238 |
| 2016 | 228 |
| 2015 | 222 |
| 2014 | 242 |
| 2013 | 238 |
| 2012 | 258 |
| 2011 | 256 |
| 2010 | 250 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2008 | 276 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49152-shortland-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.