# Beechwood Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 184 (2025)
- **Address**: 614 Beechwood Road, Wauchope NSW 2446
- **Phone**: (02) 6585 6136
- **Website**: https://beechwood-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: beechwood-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49643
- **Established**: 1869-08-01

## About

Beechwood Public School is a dynamic and effective centre of learning located in the NSW North Coast, specifically in the Hastings Valley region, approximately 7 kilometres from Wauchope. Established in 1869, the school proudly celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019. With an enrolment of around 180 students, Beechwood Public is known for providing a strong educational foundation and supporting every child's growth into confident, independent learners.

## Commitment to Education
The school is dedicated to high-quality teaching combined with strong wellbeing practices. It focuses on fostering effective communication and cooperation among students, staff, and parents/carers to create a productive learning environment. Beechwood Public School values diversity and inclusiveness, with approximately 20% of its student body identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

## Supportive Community
Families are encouraged to be active partners in their children’s education, with dedicated teaching and support teams co-designing learning plans tailored to each student’s needs. The school's core values—Best Effort, Positive Care & Respect, and Safety—guiding its educational environment. Moreover, Beechwood Public School aims to prepare students not just academically but also as contributors to the global community, instilling values of confidence, creativity, and lifelong learning.

## Infrastructure and Facilities
The school features modern and well-maintained facilities, including demountable classrooms equipped with technology matching permanent spaces, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere. The ongoing commitment to infrastructure improvements reflects the school’s investment in creating a safe and engaging environment for all students.

## Mission

Beechwood Public School is committed to high-quality teaching, strong wellbeing practices and positive partnerships with families. We aim for all learners to progress and achieve beyond their expectations, embracing a growth mindset.

Motto: "Best Effort, Positive Care & Respect, Safety"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 184 |
| 2024 | 196 |
| 2023 | 178 |
| 2022 | 178 |
| 2021 | 178 |
| 2020 | 166 |
| 2019 | 168 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2017 | 139 |
| 2016 | 128 |
| 2015 | 118 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2013 | 146 |
| 2012 | 141 |
| 2011 | 138 |
| 2010 | 133 |
| 2009 | 132 |
| 2008 | 137 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49643-beechwood-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.