# Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre

Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre is a NSW government environmental education centre in Cranebrook, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Environmental Education Centre
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Address**: Gate A, 153-233 Old Castlereagh Road, Cranebrook NSW 2749
- **Phone**: (02) 4730 3630
- **Website**: https://penrithlakes-e.schools.nsw.gov.au/
- **Email**: penritlake-e.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 64087
- **Established**: 1996-08-05

## About

Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre (PLEEC) is a prominent educational facility located within the scenic Penrith Lakes Scheme, adjacent to the Sydney International Regatta Centre and the Penrith Whitewater Stadium. This unique setting serves as an outdoor classroom where students can gain insight into industrial and urban development, while focusing on environmental management related to quarrying and its rehabilitation. 

The centre is dedicated to providing high-quality educational experiences, engaging over 10,000 students annually from Kindergarten to Year 12 through curriculum-linked fieldwork programs. These programs immerse students in hands-on learning about sustainability, ecology, and environmental stewardship. Highlights include excursions to the Blue Mountains National Park and participation in activities such as the Kitchen Garden Program. 

PLEEC operates as part of the NSW Department of Education, underlining its commitment to authentic environmental education. The centre aims to empower students to understand their responsibility in fostering a sustainable future. By integrating educational theory with practical application, the programmes not only aim to enhance academic learning but also encourage personal growth and civic responsibility. 

As the school evolves, it continues to innovate its offerings and support the broader educational community in Western Sydney. With upgrades and investments directed towards enhancing facilities and expanding educational resources, PLEEC is poised to play a vital role in the landscape of public education in the region.

## Mission

At PLEEC we believe in creating permanent memories through immersive, hands-on learning experiences.

Motto: "Creating permanent memories through immersive hands-on learning experiences."

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/64087-penrith-lakes-environmental-education-centre), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.