# Branxton Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 540 (2025)
- **Address**: 12 King Street, Branxton NSW 2335
- **Phone**: (02) 4938 1214
- **Website**: https://branxton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: branxton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49331
- **Established**: 1863-01-01

## About

Branxton Public School is a rural school situated 22 kilometres from Maitland in the Hunter Valley, providing a variety of educational and social experiences in a safe and caring environment. The school community is characterised by strong parental and community involvement, which enhances the school’s activities and atmosphere. The Parents and Citizens Association plays an active role in decision-making and fundraising initiatives that benefit all students.

The school offers a wide range of sporting and cultural activities, including participation in events like Starstruck and Dance Festival, which are driven by teachers and enthusiastically supported by parents. Branxton Public School also embraces technology in teaching, equipping classrooms with interactive whiteboards and networked computers to enhance learning outcomes.

Staff at the school are dedicated to ensuring that each child achieves success in their daily school life. The school’s values are emphasised to students, providing a clear guide for expected effort and attitude towards learning. By fostering a supportive environment, Branxton Public School aims to cultivate pride and honour amongst its students, creating a cohesive school culture that values respect, responsibility, and personal best.

Located at 12 King Street, Branxton, the school is accessible and convenient for families. It aims to prepare students not just academically, but also as well-rounded individuals ready to contribute to their communities.

## Mission

We focus on wellbeing every day, so your child feels confident, happy and connected. We are a school that proudly serves our Branxton community. We offer a high-quality, Comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students.

Motto: "Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 540 |
| 2024 | 467 |
| 2023 | 429 |
| 2022 | 398 |
| 2021 | 372 |
| 2020 | 375 |
| 2019 | 377 |
| 2018 | 399 |
| 2017 | 373 |
| 2016 | 355 |
| 2015 | 359 |
| 2014 | 324 |
| 2013 | 305 |
| 2012 | 311 |
| 2011 | 315 |
| 2010 | 332 |
| 2009 | 336 |
| 2008 | 340 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49331-branxton-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.