# Grahamstown Public School

Grahamstown Public School is a NSW government primary school in Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 253 (2025)
- **Address**: Hastings Drive, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324
- **Phone**: (02) 4987 6510
- **Website**: https://grahamstow-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: grahamstow-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 54675
- **Established**: 1994-01-31

## About

Grahamstown Public School is situated in the Lakeside area of Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, and has established strong community support since its inception in 1994. The school's motto, 'Growth Pride Success', reflects its values of 'Respect, Responsibility, and Pride'. These principles are further reinforced by the school rules of Act Safely, Be Respectful, Cooperate, and Do Your Best. The school's vision states: together we grow with pride, learn for life, and strive to be the best that we can be.

With a high profile within the community, Grahamstown Public School is known for its positive and friendly environment, focusing on high-quality teaching and robust student welfare practices. The extensive extracurricular programs offered, alongside a strong emphasis on student leadership, contribute to a tradition of innovative and inclusive education.

Currently, the school accommodates around 13 classes, welcoming a diverse student body, with approximately 14% of the students identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 10% affiliated with defence force families from the nearby Williamtown Air Base. The NSW Board of Studies curriculum is enhanced by significant offerings in performing arts, sports, and student leadership.

Grahamstown Public School proudly caters to students of all backgrounds and abilities and invites parents and community members to reach out for more information on its award-winning programs and achievements.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Growth, Pride, Success"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 253 |
| 2024 | 249 |
| 2023 | 300 |
| 2022 | 318 |
| 2021 | 328 |
| 2020 | 317 |
| 2019 | 310 |
| 2018 | 351 |
| 2017 | 361 |
| 2016 | 349 |
| 2015 | 338 |
| 2014 | 382 |
| 2013 | 418 |
| 2012 | 412 |
| 2011 | 386 |
| 2010 | 378 |
| 2009 | 384 |
| 2008 | 374 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/54675-grahamstown-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.