# Merrylands Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 620 (2025)
- **Address**: Fowler Rd, Merrylands NSW 2160
- **Phone**: (02) 9632 9709
- **Website**: https://merryland-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: merryland-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 57451
- **Established**: 1886-03-01

## About

Merrylands Public School is located in south-western Sydney and provides an excellent education to a diverse range of students. The school welcomes all students and their families, promoting values such as integrity, excellence, respect, responsibility, cooperation, participation, care, fairness, and democracy. These values are reinforced through the curriculum, discipline system, and systematic teaching methods.

## Educational Programs
Merrylands Public School offers exceptional teaching and learning programs that focus on numeracy and literacy. Embracing the Positive Behaviour and Intervention Strategy (PBIS) and Best Start program, the school is also participating in the Priority School Program (PSP). It fosters collaboration among students, staff, and parents to ensure the best possible educational outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment.

## Extracurricular Activities
The school encourages students to engage in sporting activities and partakes in the local Primary School Sports Association competitions during both summer and winter, alongside local and state knockout competitions. This involvement not only promotes physical wellbeing but also encourages teamwork and community spirit.

## Community and Inclusion
Merrylands Public School values inclusion and community support, ensuring that every child feels safe and included from their first day. It is committed to empowering students through high-quality learning experiences and providing tailored support for individual learning needs. Families are actively engaged in their children’s education to foster a strong sense of belonging.

The comprehensive educational approach aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for community participation and lifelong learning, reflecting the school’s dedication to the personal growth of each student.

## Mission

**Merrylands Public School aims to foster a sense of connection and belonging for students and their families. We want to see each child succeed in school as they grow into a lifelong learner and confident member of the community.**

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

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 620 |
| 2024 | 598 |
| 2023 | 594 |
| 2022 | 568 |
| 2021 | 574 |
| 2020 | 554 |
| 2019 | 563 |
| 2018 | 537 |
| 2017 | 501 |
| 2016 | 442 |
| 2015 | 417 |
| 2014 | 365 |
| 2013 | 364 |
| 2012 | 329 |
| 2011 | 315 |
| 2010 | 324 |
| 2009 | 302 |
| 2008 | 302 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/57451-merrylands-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.