# Wilkins Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 508 (2025)
- **Address**: Park Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204
- **Phone**: (02) 9560 3309
- **Website**: https://wilkins-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: wilkins-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56293
- **Established**: 1982-02-01

## About

Wilkins Public School is a vibrant learning community located in Marrickville, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The school focuses on developing well-rounded individuals through a holistic academic and artistic curriculum. With a commitment to inclusivity, Wilkins Public School serves the suburbs of Petersham, Marrickville, and Dulwich Hill, offering mainstream and opportunity class programs tailored for gifted and talented students in Years 5-6.

## Facilities and Programs
The modern campus features expansive playing areas, a versatile assembly hall that doubles as a gymnasium, a well-equipped library, and a technology room. The school prides itself on its strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and performing arts, including music, dance, and drama. Additionally, before and after school care and a preschool are available, ensuring a supportive environment for families.

Wilkins Public School runs enrichment programs from Kindergarten onwards to engage students' interests and talents. Parents actively participate in their children's education, working collaboratively with dedicated teachers to ensure positive outcomes.

The school's proactive Learning Support Team provides tailored support to meet individual student needs, promoting growth in both academic and emotional well-being. This commitment to holistic education fosters a warm, inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive. 

## Community and Values
At Wilkins Public School, the community culture is integral to the learning experience. The school celebrates diversity and inclusivity, working towards a shared goal of developing learners who demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and empathy. With high expectations for all students, the school strives to create an environment that encourages active participation and a sense of belonging.

## Mission

At Wilkins Public School, we aim to nurture and inspire a community of lifelong learners who are empowered to embrace challenges, demonstrate adaptability, resilience, compassion and empathy, and to forge meaningful connections, developing active and positive contributors to our community.

Motto: "SAFE RESPECTFUL LEARNERS"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 508 |
| 2024 | 512 |
| 2023 | 516 |
| 2022 | 516 |
| 2021 | 547 |
| 2020 | 592 |
| 2019 | 607 |
| 2018 | 639 |
| 2017 | 652 |
| 2016 | 665 |
| 2015 | 674 |
| 2014 | 676 |
| 2013 | 626 |
| 2012 | 590 |
| 2011 | 552 |
| 2010 | 528 |
| 2009 | 472 |
| 2008 | 448 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56293-wilkins-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.