# Macksville Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 284 (2025)
- **Address**: 35a Wallace St, Macksville NSW 2447
- **Phone**: (02) 6568 1800
- **Website**: https://macksville-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: macksville-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49650
- **Established**: 1875-04-01

## About

Macksville Public School is located in the charming North Coast town of Macksville, positioned on the banks of the Nambucca River. Established in 1875, the school combines modern educational practices with a respect for its historical roots, with some of its original buildings still in use today. The school serves a community of around 4,000 residents and is known as the political centre of the Nambucca Shire.

## Educational Excellence
At Macksville Public School, there is a strong commitment to academic excellence, with a particular focus on literacy and numeracy programs. The school promotes a culture of high expectations where students, staff, and the broader community take pride in the achievements of the school. Students are encouraged to engage in a wide array of extracurricular and sporting activities, enhancing their educational experience beyond the classroom.

## Community Involvement
The school values its community partnerships and works closely with families to tailor educational experiences. This collaborative effort aims to support each child’s unique learning needs, ensuring they feel safe and included from their very first day. Macksville Public School not only prepares its students for academic success but also fosters their development into well-rounded individuals.

## A Welcoming Environment
Revered as 'The Family School', Macksville Public School is committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment for students of all backgrounds. The dedicated staff work tirelessly to celebrate the individuality of each student, providing opportunities for personal and academic growth that prepare them for future challenges.

## Mission

At Macksville Public School, we are committed to nurturing and challenging the intellectual, creative, physical and social/emotional capacity of every student to inspire a love of learning. Through high expectations and inclusive practices, students are confident to thrive and succeed.

Motto: "The Family School - Safe, Respectful Learners"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 284 |
| 2024 | 300 |
| 2023 | 305 |
| 2022 | 294 |
| 2021 | 289 |
| 2020 | 305 |
| 2019 | 325 |
| 2018 | 338 |
| 2017 | 374 |
| 2016 | 393 |
| 2015 | 402 |
| 2014 | 378 |
| 2013 | 419 |
| 2012 | 399 |
| 2011 | 401 |
| 2010 | 415 |
| 2009 | 413 |
| 2008 | 365 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49650-macksville-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.