# Tarro Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 115 (2025)
- **Address**: Eastern Ave, Tarro NSW 2322
- **Phone**: (02) 4966 1255
- **Website**: https://tarro-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: tarro-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49188
- **Established**: 1961-01-01

## About

Tarro Public School is a semi-rural primary school located on the fringe of Hexham Wetlands and next to the Hunter River. In 2015, the school had an enrolment of 127 students, with an approximately equal number of girls and boys, and 8% of students identifying as Aboriginal. The school prides itself on the dedication of its qualified staff towards improving educational outcomes for all students, offering a comprehensive educational program from Kindergarten to Year Six. 

## Educational Focus
Tarro Public School focuses on enhancing student outcomes in literacy, numeracy, and overall engagement, ensuring that students benefit from a broad range of activities, including performing arts, cultural experiences, leadership training, sports, and academic pursuits. The school's mission is to "Create Opportunities" for all students to develop the skills, knowledge, and values necessary for success in both education and life.

## Community and Support
The school is a proud member of the Gateway Learning Community, which consists of several partner schools. It has established partnerships with local councils and community organisations to support its initiatives, including a Breakfast Club. Additionally, Tarro Public School participates in several educational programs aimed at enhancing the learning experience, such as L3 and Focus on Reading.

## Vision and Values
The vision of Tarro Public School, encapsulated in the statement "Create opportunities, for the present and into the future," aligns with the Melbourne Declaration on Educational Goals for Young Australians. The school upholds six core values: Respect for ourselves, others, and the environment; Responsibility for learning and behaviour; and a commitment to Quality and personal best.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Creating Opportunities"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 115 |
| 2024 | 116 |
| 2023 | 118 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2021 | 148 |
| 2020 | 151 |
| 2019 | 164 |
| 2018 | 158 |
| 2017 | 152 |
| 2016 | 144 |
| 2015 | 140 |
| 2014 | 123 |
| 2013 | 121 |
| 2012 | 110 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2010 | 119 |
| 2009 | 117 |
| 2008 | 121 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49188-tarro-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.