# Madang Avenue Public School

Madang Avenue Public School is a NSW government primary school in Whalan, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 320 (2025)
- **Address**: Mimika Avenue, Whalan NSW 2770
- **Phone**: (02) 9625 7144
- **Website**: https://madangave-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: madangave-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50812
- **Established**: 1973-01-01

## About

Madang Avenue Public School is dedicated to fostering quality learning outcomes for all students within a caring and supportive environment. The school encourages students to reach their full potential and prepares them for life through challenging teaching and learning programs. Emphasising cooperation, tolerance, and respect, Madang Avenue promotes a culture of teamwork among staff, students, and the wider community. 

Transition points within primary schooling are a focus of the school’s performance improvement programs, ensuring high expectations for student performance. The school has made revisions to its pedagogy for learning programs across preschool and intra-stage transitions, resulting in improved student achievement in these areas. Additionally, Madang Avenue implements initiatives aimed at enriching the learning environment for students, particularly those in the school's three support classes. 

The curriculum at Madang Avenue encompasses a broad range of physical and artistic pursuits, contributing to student engagement and well-rounded development. The school has achieved recognition in various competitions, including debating and rugby league. Promoting healthy living through initiatives like Live Life Well at School and Crunch and Sip further enhances student well-being. 

Situated in Whalan, the school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and works to create an inclusive environment that values respect, growth, and academic success. With strong parental involvement and partnerships, Madang Avenue Public School stands out as a vibrant educational community that prioritises the success of every child.

## Mission

We are committed to achieving quality learning outcomes which reflect the full potential of our students.

Motto: "Prepare For Life"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 320 |
| 2024 | 313 |
| 2023 | 285 |
| 2022 | 288 |
| 2021 | 290 |
| 2020 | 294 |
| 2019 | 304 |
| 2018 | 305 |
| 2017 | 310 |
| 2016 | 303 |
| 2015 | 302 |
| 2014 | 291 |
| 2013 | 299 |
| 2012 | 308 |
| 2011 | 294 |
| 2010 | 296 |
| 2009 | 313 |
| 2008 | 327 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50812-madang-avenue-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.