# Maitland Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 405 (2025)
- **Address**: 70 Elgin Street, Maitland NSW 2320
- **Phone**: (02) 4933 6532
- **Website**: https://maitland-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: maitland-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49157
- **Established**: 1874-07-01

## About

Maitland Public School is situated in the heart of Maitland, boasting expansive grounds shaded by mature trees and impeccably restored heritage buildings, which house modern classrooms and learning facilities. The school is dedicated to nurturing students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring a broad spectrum of academic achievement, with many students excelling at high standards.

## Learning Environment
The ethos at Maitland Public School places a strong emphasis on valuing learning, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every student can engage actively in various cultural experiences. Notably, the school facilitates two special classes and offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including band, dance, gymnastics, choir, environmental education, and sports, catering to the diverse interests and needs of its students.

## Community Involvement
The school prides itself on the active involvement of parents in its community, where they contribute to classrooms and run initiatives such as the Parents and Citizens Association and programs focused on literacy development. The positive camaraderie and friendship witnessed at Maitland Public School are acknowledged by all visitors, highlighting the school’s community spirit.

## Innovative Education
Renowned for its outstanding technology programs, every student has their own website to document their work throughout the year. Additionally, the school's commitment to student wellbeing underscores its efforts to create a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and promotes happiness among its students. Through a focus on respect, responsibility, and personal best, Maitland Public School aims to educate the whole child and develop them into informed, responsible citizens.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Where great things happen."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 405 |
| 2024 | 410 |
| 2023 | 433 |
| 2022 | 453 |
| 2021 | 444 |
| 2020 | 460 |
| 2019 | 458 |
| 2018 | 431 |
| 2017 | 380 |
| 2016 | 356 |
| 2015 | 335 |
| 2014 | 338 |
| 2013 | 303 |
| 2012 | 297 |
| 2011 | 335 |
| 2010 | 343 |
| 2009 | 350 |
| 2008 | 367 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49157-maitland-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.