# Chandler Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 4 (2025)
- **Address**: Grafton Rd, Wollomombi NSW 2350
- **Phone**: (02) 6778 1335
- **Website**: https://chandler-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: chandler-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49375
- **Established**: 1881-05-01

## About

Chandler Public School is a small, family-oriented rural school situated in an idyllic bushland setting in New England, approximately half an hour from Armidale on the Waterfall Way. The school prides itself on being welcoming and inclusive, offering a comprehensive education tailored for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, every student is valued and supported throughout their learning journey.

## Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities
The dedicated and experienced teaching staff at Chandler Public School focus on promoting independent learning and achieving NSW syllabus outcomes through engaging and quality learning activities. Students have access to a broad range of programs that include debating, public speaking, major excursions, inter-school visits, Rock Band mentoring, musical instrument lessons, professional sports coaching, and regular cooking lessons. These diverse activities encourage students to explore their interests and develop a strong sense of community and collaboration.

## Facilities and Resources
The school is exceptionally well-resourced, featuring modern classroom facilities that include an internet access computer for every student, an all-weather tennis court, and a current library collection rich in reading resources. Chandler Public School leans into the benefits of its surrounding environment, encouraging students to learn and play in its various play areas, vegetable gardens, and scenic outdoor settings, including rivers, gorges, and waterfalls. This rich learning environment is designed to foster each child's growth and ensure they reach their full potential, both academically and personally.

Through a combination of strong community ties, high-quality teaching, and modern facilities, Chandler Public School provides an enriching educational experience for all its students.

## Mission

With a focus on academic excellence, community engagement and student well-being, we are dedicated to fostering your child's full potential.

Motto: "Learning, Caring, Sharing"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2008 | 24 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49375-chandler-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.
