# Plumpton House School

Plumpton House School is a NSW government schools for specific purposes in Plumpton, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Schools for Specific Purposes
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Enrolments**: 30 (2025)
- **Address**: 327 Rooty Hill Road North, Plumpton NSW 2761
- **Phone**: (02) 9625 5033
- **Website**: https://plumptonho-s.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: plumptonho-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50779
- **Established**: 1998-01-27

## About

Plumpton House School provides a supportive and inclusive educational environment for students in Years five to ten with severe behaviour problems. Established in Term two of 1998 as a government initiative to combat violence in schools, it serves as a School for Specific Purpose (SSP) designed to address the distinct academic, social, and behavioural needs of its students. With a maximum capacity of 42 students, the school caters to a diverse student population, drawing from regions including Blacktown, Fairfield, Granville, Mount Druitt, Parramatta, and Penrith.

## Educational Approach
Plumpton House School focuses on tailoring education to meet the specific needs of each student. The school offers a wide range of subjects and opportunities, enabling students to learn and discover their passions. A significant emphasis is placed on transitioning students into mainstream education, TAFE, or employment as they progress through their education. Each student benefits from a personalised learning and wellbeing plan co-designed with families, ensuring they receive appropriate support and resources.

## Community and Support
The school fosters a strong partnership with families and the local community, striving to create purposeful pathways that empower every student. Plumpton House School is committed to providing a safe and structured learning environment that prioritises the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of its students. The dedicated staff are trained to support students with complex learning and support needs, turning the school into a connected community where each individual can thrive academically and socially.

## Mission

Purposeful Pathways. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Purposeful Pathways."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 30 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2008 | 38 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50779-plumpton-house-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.