# Gundagai South Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 47 (2025)
- **Address**: Luke St, South Gundagai NSW 2722
- **Phone**: (02) 6944 1117
- **Website**: https://gundagais-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: gundagais-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50660
- **Established**: 1881-07-01

## About

Gundagai South Public School is a small, family-oriented primary school located in the picturesque Riverina Region of NSW, specifically in the township of Gundagai. The school is known for its large and expansive playground, along with well-resourced classrooms equipped with up-to-date technology, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 85 students. Education at Gundagai South is centred on the development of quality literacy and numeracy programs, ensuring a stimulating and challenging learning environment for all.

## Learning Support and Programs
The school is committed to catering for diverse educational needs, employing an additional teacher for three days a week to provide specialised support, alongside four School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) who assist students in the classroom. Students benefit from a strong focus on foundational programs such as Jolly Phonics and Accelerated Literacy. Moreover, a specialist technology teacher is available for one day each week, enhancing students' learning experiences.

Extracurricular activities are a significant aspect of school life, with annual excursions, overnight camps, and coaching in sports like tennis, swimming, and dance. Gundagai South encourages students to strive for excellence in both academics and extracurricular pursuits, fostering the core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Care within a Positive Behaviour for Learning framework. This approach aims to nurture self-confidence, independence, resilience, and leadership skills among students.

## Community and Involvement
The school boasts a long-standing tradition and strong community support, actively involving families in the educational journey. Educators at Gundagai South are dedicated to continuous professional development, ensuring they remain effective in their teaching practices. Overall, Gundagai South Public School is dedicated to creating an environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

## Mission

Gundagai South Public School, in consultation with staff, students, parents and community members, will provide quality, NSW curriculum-based teaching and learning opportunities that are personalised, differentiated and evidence-based.

Motto: "Gundagai South Public School is a small school with big opportunities."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 47 |
| 2024 | 53 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2017 | 56 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2015 | 56 |
| 2014 | 66 |
| 2013 | 79 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2011 | 79 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2009 | 60 |
| 2008 | 58 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50660-gundagai-south-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.