# Binalong Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 38 (2025)
- **Address**: Dickinson Street, Binalong NSW 2584
- **Phone**: (02) 6227 4381
- **Website**: https://binalong-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: binalong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50282
- **Established**: 1861-03-01

## About

Binalong Public School is situated on Ngunnawal country, an hour north-west of Canberra. Established in 1861, the school has a proud history of delivering quality education, with notable alumni such as AB 'Banjo' Paterson. The name "Binalong" translates to "Towards a Higher Place" in the Ngunnawal language, which is also the school's motto. 

Set on approximately 2.5 hectares, the school boasts an attractive environment surrounded by native trees and shrubs. It features extensive green areas including large playing fields, playground equipment, and outdoor learning spaces equipped with WiFi technology. Binalong Public School primarily serves students from the Binalong town and nearby areas, fostering a strong community focus. 

The school is designed to create inclusive and harmonious relationships among students, staff, and the community. With small multi-stage classes, Binalong Public School promotes individualised learning experiences, ensuring that each child is supported in their educational journey. The curriculum emphasizes literacy and numeracy development through systematic teaching practices and a strong foundation in essential mathematical concepts. 

Binalong Public School has also formed a Professional Learning Community in collaboration with Bowning Public School and Wee Jasper Public School, enhancing educational experiences for both students and staff. In addition to its academic focus, the school prioritises student wellbeing and provides an Out of School Hours Care program, catering to the needs of families in the community. 

Through partnerships with local preschools and high schools, Binalong Public School ensures smooth transitions for its students, supporting their educational pathways across different stages of learning.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Towards a Higher Place"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 38 |
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2008 | 27 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50282-binalong-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.