# Mount Pleasant Public School

Mount Pleasant Public School is a NSW government primary school in Singleton, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 56 (2025)
- **Address**: Goorangoola Rd, Singleton NSW 2330
- **Phone**: (02) 6577 3129
- **Website**: https://mtpleasant-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: mtpleasant-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49318
- **Established**: 1880-05-01

## About

Mount Pleasant Public School is situated in a rural setting 18km north of Singleton, catering to a small community of 64 students as of 2017. The school fosters a nurturing culture where students, staff, and families work together to promote positive engagement and improve academic and emotional outcomes. At the heart of the school's philosophy lies the core values of Respect, Care and Compassion, and Responsibility, which permeate all aspects of school life.

The school's environment encourages students to gain knowledge and skills while enjoying the learning process. Teachers at Mount Pleasant Public School are dedicated to enhancing their practice to ensure improved learning outcomes for all students. The institution prides itself on its well-resourced facilities, including a quality library and spacious grounds that are meticulously maintained.

Collaboration with the local community is strong, with extensive fundraising by the P&C and contributions from local businesses enhancing the school's programs. Additionally, Mount Pleasant Public School benefits from its membership in the Singleton Small Schools Network, which provides professional development for staff and fosters social and educational benefits for students. This supportive ecosystem ensures that the school is not just a place for learning but a community that values each child's potential and nurtures lifelong friendships.

## Mission

At Mount Pleasant Public School we ensure each child is receiving high quality, individualised education. Our three school values of respect, responsibility, and care and compassion motivate students to be resilient, successful learners with a positive mindset. We provide a planned approach to promote positive wellbeing for each student.

Motto: "Educate today for a changing tomorrow"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 56 |
| 2024 | 56 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2012 | 60 |
| 2011 | 57 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2009 | 61 |
| 2008 | 64 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49318-mount-pleasant-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.