# Caroline Chisholm School

Caroline Chisholm School is a NSW government schools for specific purposes in Padstow, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Schools for Specific Purposes
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Enrolments**: 104 (2025)
- **Address**: Napoli St, Padstow NSW 2211
- **Phone**: (02) 9709 4661
- **Website**: https://carolchish-s.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: carolchish-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56202
- **Established**: 1966-03-01

## About

Caroline Chisholm School is a special education setting located in the south western region of Sydney, catering to the needs of students with moderate to severe intellectual and multiple disabilities from pre-school to Year 12. The school strives to develop student independence by creating a happy, safe, and educationally sound learning environment, emphasising effective partnerships between home, school, and the community.

## Student Support and Learning Programs
Whole school programs place a strong emphasis on student welfare initiatives and improving learning outcomes. The school focuses on communication, community access, social and emotional learning, and the integration of technology in education. Each student is provided with an individualised learning program tailored to their unique needs, developed in collaboration with parents, staff, and relevant stakeholders.

## Facilities and Community Engagement
Caroline Chisholm School boasts purpose-built facilities, including accessible playgrounds, a bike track, a heated pool, a cooking room, a library, and a multi-purpose hall. These resources enrich the learning experience for students. The dedicated staff members work closely with families, allied professionals, and the wider community, ensuring that every student receives the necessary support to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. The school also hosts various events throughout the year to celebrate students' achievements, confidence, and resilience.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. A strong start. Growth in the classroom and beyond. Support for every family.

Motto: "We help every student to learn, grow and succeed."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 104 |
| 2024 | 103 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2022 | 96 |
| 2021 | 97 |
| 2020 | 97 |
| 2019 | 104 |
| 2018 | 107 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2016 | 106 |
| 2015 | 106 |
| 2014 | 105 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2009 | 74 |
| 2008 | 70 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56202-caroline-chisholm-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.