# The Pocket Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 111 (2025)
- **Address**: The Pocket Rd, The Pocket NSW 2483
- **Phone**: (02) 6684 5226
- **Website**: https://thepocket-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: thepocket-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49911
- **Established**: 1900-01-01

## About

The Pocket Public School is dedicated to fostering a stimulating learning environment in collaboration with students, staff, and parents. The school primarily aims to encourage effective individual learners who develop according to their abilities, fostering quality relationships in a caring and supportive atmosphere. The Pocket Public School upholds its motto of 'Courtesy and Honour' and strives to provide a safe, inclusive, and empowering experience for every child.

## Vision and Values
Located in The Pocket, the school proudly serves its community, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The Pocket Public School is committed to nurturing lifelong learners and focuses on emotional and academic resilience. The school prides itself on tailoring its teaching methods to meet the individual needs of its students, ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to learn.

## Programs and Support
The school offers comprehensive educational opportunities for Kindergarten to Year 6 students, encompassing a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. With a focus on STEM, creative arts, and more, The Pocket Public School aims to cultivate curiosity and critical thinking skills. Additionally, the school provides tailored learning support, ensuring that all students, including those with gifted potential or additional needs, receive the assistance they require to succeed.

Overall, The Pocket Public School stands as a nurturing and dynamic environment that values collaboration between families and educators. The school continues to enhance its facilities and programs, ensuring a holistic approach to student development, thereby creating confident global citizens ready to make a positive impact in their communities.

## Mission

At The Pocket Public School we stand proudly on Bundjalung land, we are passionate about creating lifelong future focused visible learners in an engaging, quality learning environment supported by nurturing relationships. We promote a culture of excellence and high expectations for all.

Motto: "Courtesy and Honour"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 111 |
| 2024 | 116 |
| 2023 | 111 |
| 2022 | 108 |
| 2021 | 93 |
| 2020 | 92 |
| 2019 | 79 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2012 | 60 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2009 | 86 |
| 2008 | 60 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49911-the-pocket-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.