# Bathurst South Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 184 (2025)
- **Address**: Havannah St, Bathurst NSW 2795
- **Phone**: (02) 6331 1297
- **Website**: https://bathursts-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: bathursts-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50976
- **Established**: 1879-03-01

## About

Bathurst South Public School is located at the foothill of Mount Panorama (Wahlu) and promotes a culture of excellence, equity, and high expectations. With a stable student population of approximately 200, including 20% who identify as Aboriginal, it consists of eight mainstream classes and two support classes. The school places a strong emphasis on personalised learning, ensuring that students are confident, capable, and engaged learners. Through explicit and strategic planning, data analysis, and quality teaching, Bathurst South fosters positive relationships and an inclusive school culture.  

## Community Engagement  
The school is dedicated to developing strong partnerships with parents, families, and the wider community, actively encouraging involvement through various whole-school programs. Bathurst South Public School prioritises Literacy, Numeracy, and student wellbeing, engaging students in high-quality 21st Century Learning. It is a proud member of The Bathurst Alliance of Schools, which includes Bathurst, Bathurst West, Eglinton, Kelso, Perthville, and Raglan Public Schools. This alliance collaborates on professional learning for over 160 teachers and 50 support staff, encompassing more than 2500 students.  

## Facilities and Resources  
The school has benefited from initiatives such as the Cooler Classrooms project, improving the learning environment for students. Additionally, they are part of the LED Upgrade Program that enhances facilities across the state. Bathurst South Public School is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning atmosphere by providing ongoing support and resources to meet the needs of all students.  

This environment not only allows for academic success but also personal growth, establishing a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

## Mission

At Bathurst South Public School we believe in excellence, equity and high expectations for students, staff and community. We work in partnership so that every student is known, valued and cared for in reaching their potential.

Motto: "Sharing, Caring, Success."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 184 |
| 2024 | 200 |
| 2023 | 215 |
| 2022 | 217 |
| 2021 | 223 |
| 2020 | 219 |
| 2019 | 238 |
| 2018 | 246 |
| 2017 | 249 |
| 2016 | 243 |
| 2015 | 231 |
| 2014 | 226 |
| 2013 | 221 |
| 2012 | 219 |
| 2011 | 228 |
| 2010 | 226 |
| 2009 | 228 |
| 2008 | 222 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50976-bathurst-south-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.