# Samuel Terry Public School

Samuel Terry Public School is a NSW government primary school in Cranebrook, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 521 (2025)
- **Address**: 93-107 Grays Lane, Cranebrook NSW 2749
- **Phone**: (02) 4730 2888
- **Website**: https://samuelterr-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: samuelterr-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56273
- **Established**: 1985-01-01

## About

**Samuel Terry Public School** is located in Cranebrook, Western Sydney, and opened its doors in 1985 to serve the children of a newly developed housing estate. Named after early colonist Samuel Terry, the school is committed to providing a challenging and relevant curriculum across a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. These include dance, science, sport, music, technology, and public speaking, reflecting a dedication to the development of knowledge, skills, and values in a safe and caring environment. 

## Focus on Individual Potential  
The welfare of all students is a top priority at Samuel Terry Public School, fostering an environment where individual potential can be realised. The school encourages high expectations and standards among its students, supported by strong home/school partnerships that motivate learners to strive for excellence.

## Inclusive and Supportive Community  
With a rich history of academic achievement, the school prides itself on nurturing student wellbeing and fostering a positive, inclusive school culture. It welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their first day. Samuel Terry Public School is also known for its commitment to high academic standards, with evidence-based practices in literacy and numeracy guiding its educational approaches. 

The school provides tailored support for high potential and gifted students through various programs designed to challenge and inspire, integrating wellbeing throughout the educational experience. This dedication to nurturing talent in both academics and extracurricular pursuits has helped Samuel Terry establish a strong reputation within the local community.

## Mission

At Samuel Terry Public School, every child has the right to quality public education. We welcome families to enrol and be part of our vibrant school community.

Motto: "Grow with Pride"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 521 |
| 2024 | 521 |
| 2023 | 507 |
| 2022 | 520 |
| 2021 | 544 |
| 2020 | 547 |
| 2019 | 555 |
| 2018 | 522 |
| 2017 | 524 |
| 2016 | 511 |
| 2015 | 478 |
| 2014 | 464 |
| 2013 | 461 |
| 2012 | 473 |
| 2011 | 481 |
| 2010 | 501 |
| 2009 | 471 |
| 2008 | 478 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56273-samuel-terry-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.