# Wairoa School

Wairoa School is a NSW government schools for specific purposes in Bondi Beach, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Schools for Specific Purposes
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Enrolments**: 75 (2025)
- **Address**: Brighton Blvd, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
- **Phone**: (02) 9300 9579
- **Website**: https://wairoa-s.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: wairoa-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56291
- **Established**: 1961-09-01

## About

Wairoa School provides quality educational programs for students with moderate to high support needs, specifically catering to those with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school operates as a School for Specific Purpose (SSP), ensuring that each student is supported on their individual journey of learning. With a focus on inclusivity, Wairoa School offers a safe and structured learning environment where students can thrive.

## Educational Approach
Wairoa School delivers tailored educational programs that cater to a range of support requirements. These include students with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, challenging behaviours, sensory impairments, and complex medical conditions. The school currently operates 11 classes, providing a comprehensive education from kindergarten to Year 12.

## Collaborative Support
A key aspect of Wairoa School’s mission is the collaboration between families and the teaching staff. By co-designing personalised learning and support plans, the school ensures that educational strategies align with the unique needs of each student. This partnership fosters an environment where families are actively involved, further enhancing the learning experience.

## Modern Facilities
In 2014, Wairoa School underwent significant upgrades to its facilities, improving accessibility for students with mobility challenges. The modernisation of the school's physical environment has enhanced the learning experience for its 65 students, who require varied levels of support. Class sizes are tailored to reflect the needs of the students, allowing for more focused attention and support.

## Mission

We provide quality educational programs, in a caring environment, for students with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Motto: "Confident, Creative, Connected Learners"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 75 |
| 2024 | 71 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2015 | 63 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2010 | 61 |
| 2009 | 62 |
| 2008 | 54 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56291-wairoa-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.