# Goulburn Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 181 (2025)
- **Address**: 204 Bourke Street, Goulburn NSW 2580
- **Phone**: (02) 4821 2827
- **Website**: https://goulburn-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: goulburn-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50257
- **Established**: 1858-07-01

## About

Goulburn Public School is the oldest school in Goulburn, established by the NSW Department of Education in 1868. Nestled within beautiful grounds featuring historic buildings, it has a proud tradition of collaborating with the community to ensure optimal learning outcomes for all students. The school offers a diverse range of educational opportunities, providing an environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. 

## Educational Focus
The school emphasises meeting individual learning needs, utilises effective computer technology, and develops sporting skills while also offering valuable cultural experiences. The positive approach to student welfare is a hallmark of the school’s philosophy. Goulburn Public School has established special facilities, including a school canteen and a 'Paint and Play' program tailored for preschoolers and their parents.

## Community Engagement
Goulburn Public School prides itself on its strong partnership with parents and community groups to enhance educational opportunities for all learners. The school's strategic focus on relationships not only fosters a secure and inclusive atmosphere but also promotes teamwork among staff to ensure every child receives an excellent learning experience.

Overall, Goulburn Public School is dedicated to creating an engaging learning environment where every student can thrive academically and personally, guided by the values of respect, responsibility, and readiness to learn.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Learn to Live."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 181 |
| 2024 | 171 |
| 2023 | 179 |
| 2022 | 166 |
| 2021 | 166 |
| 2020 | 167 |
| 2019 | 156 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2017 | 158 |
| 2016 | 170 |
| 2015 | 164 |
| 2014 | 168 |
| 2013 | 160 |
| 2012 | 162 |
| 2011 | 153 |
| 2010 | 173 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2008 | 177 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50257-goulburn-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.