# Briar Road Public School

Briar Road Public School is a NSW government primary school in Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 263 (2025)
- **Address**: Briar Rd, Campbelltown NSW 2560
- **Phone**: (02) 4625 5957
- **Website**: https://briarrd-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: briarrd-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50199
- **Established**: 1974-01-01

## About

Briar Road Public School is situated in the Campbelltown area of South Western Sydney, proudly located on the traditional lands of the Dharawal nation. The school is dedicated to raising academic standards and fostering a love for learning within a caring and safe environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. With an enrolment of 311 students, including 25% Aboriginal and 31% from non-English speaking backgrounds, Briar Road Public School is committed to celebrating and respecting cultural diversity. 

The school features a range of support services including three support classes and a preschool, and it employs numerous specialists to cater to the diverse needs of its students, such as support teachers and an Aboriginal Education Officer. Briar Road has established positive relationships with the local Aboriginal community, partnering with organisations like the Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation to enhance educational opportunities. 

High expectations are central to the school culture, with staff implementing engaging programs and Positive Behaviour Intervention Strategies that encourage students to ‘Be Safe’, ‘Be Respectful’, and ‘Be a Learner’. The curriculum is designed around the individual needs of students, supported by rigorous data analyses that drive continuous improvement, particularly in reading outcomes. Popular programs include Accelerated Literacy, Tens Numeracy, and various community engagement initiatives aimed at strengthening ties between the school and local families. Briar Road Public School thrives on its commitment to student welfare and cultural sensitivity, ensuring all students experience a holistic education that prepares them for future success.

## Mission

At the heart of its success is a strong culture of high expectations, built on positive relationships between students, staff, and the broader community.

Motto: "Courage and Determination"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 263 |
| 2024 | 278 |
| 2023 | 271 |
| 2022 | 257 |
| 2021 | 247 |
| 2020 | 231 |
| 2019 | 235 |
| 2018 | 272 |
| 2017 | 259 |
| 2016 | 280 |
| 2015 | 254 |
| 2014 | 265 |
| 2013 | 279 |
| 2012 | 280 |
| 2011 | 287 |
| 2010 | 313 |
| 2009 | 341 |
| 2008 | 357 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50199-briar-road-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.