# Elands Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 15 (2025)
- **Address**: Wingham-Ellenborough Rd, Elands NSW 2429
- **Phone**: (02) 6550 4557
- **Website**: https://elands-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: elands-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49541
- **Established**: 1916-01-01

## About

Elands Public School is a small, community-focused school located on the Bulga Plateau, serving a diverse and geographically isolated population. The school features a single K-6 class and is known for its strong community involvement, and active engagement among parents and local residents in the education process.

## Educational Philosophy
The school prioritises individual learning programmes designed to enhance each child's intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development. A child-centred approach underscores the school's commitment to personalised education. This focus ensures that students not only achieve academic success but also develop important life skills.

## Community Engagement
Elands Public School fosters a welcoming and supportive environment where every student is valued. The local community plays a pivotal role in the school’s operations, embedding a strong tradition of collaboration and participation in school life.

## Curriculum and Wellbeing
The school provides an innovative and inclusive curriculum, tailored to meet diverse learning needs. Students are encouraged to develop creativity and critical thinking skills, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and support, ensuring a safe and nurturing school experience. Tailored support programs are available for students with varied abilities, including high potential and gifted students.

## Commitment to Growth
Elands Public School is dedicated to helping students grow into confident, caring individuals ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities. By maintaining high expectations and encouraging diverse learning styles, the school empowers its students to become lifelong learners, fully prepared for future challenges. 

The motto, "Living to Learn - Learning to Live," reflects the school's mission to nurture the potential of every child.

## Mission

Elands Public School fosters a welcoming and supportive community where every student is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. The school offers a diverse and engaging curriculum tailored to meet the needs of all learners, promoting creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong skills.

Motto: "Living to Learn - Learning to Live"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49541-elands-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.