Port Macquarie Public School

Quality learning in a safe and happy environment

Telephone02 6583 2977

Emailportmac-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

About our school

Our school provides opportunities for students to participate in quality learning and educational programs delivered by highly qualified, dedicated teachers, whilst building meaningful relationships that meet individual needs.  We encourage all students to develop a positive and confident identity in a safe and happy learning environment and enjoy their time at school.  Our school community strives to enable students to have as many options in life as possible and to develop their skills to interact successfully in society.

Through the school's extensive curriculum we encourage our students to develop a love of learning.  This reflects in their individual work as well as their contributions to both the school and wider school community.  If necessary, flexible programs are tailored to the individual learning styles and needs of students.  Our personalised approach to education ensures each student has the opportunity to be a successful learner.

Students are also encouraged to positively develop their personal beliefs, share in our country's diverse cultural heritage and be a proud Australian within the world community.

Our professional and highly skilled staff are the vital link in the education and development of our students.  They ensure a cohesive whole-school approach to learning;  productive classrooms and strive for high quality outcomes-based learning for their students.

As a school community we value, acknowledge and practise positive behaviour for learning by focussing on changing the environment to better meet the needs of all students through a comprehensive and proactive approach where all staff actively teach and acknowledge expected behaviour.

As a school we provide your child with appropriate resources and access to the latest technologies – computer lab, interactive whiteboards, connected classrooms and innovative software.

Our school is a member of the Hastings Valley Community of Schools – a group of public schools committed to working together to provide optimum educational benefits for your child.

We value working in partnership with parents.  Parents and carers are partners with us in the educational and social development of their children.  We encourage you to be active participants in the school activities and we appreciate your input.

Please contact us to discuss the wonderful educational and learning opportunities we can offer your children.

Port Macquarie Public School was historically the first school established in Port Macquarie. It is situated above Mrs York’s Garden overlooking Town Beach with sweeping views of the north shore and hinterland. The close proximity of the Central Business District, historical landmarks and recreational facilities enhances opportunities for student participation in community programs and activities. 

  • The development of positive relationships with all members of our school community is important to us as a staff team. We strongly value working in partnership with parents to support the social and academic growth of students. 

    440 Students are supported in mainstream K-6, enrichment and Special Education class environments. The District Opportunity Class is also a vibrant component of our school. Our school community is committed to the inclusion of all students in all aspects of school life whilst developing the skills and attitudes to enable many options in life as possible and to interact positively in society. 

    Our school provides opportunities for students to participate in quality learning and educational programs delivered by qualified and caring teachers, whilst building positive relationships to enhance individual student development. Students, staff and families come together from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds which enhances our belief that ‘Every Face Has A Place’ in our school community. 

    Students have the opportunity to access a variety of experiences to enhance their engagement in our school. These include: 

    • Dance 
    • Drama 
    • Public Speaking and Debating 
    • Music 
    • Orchestra 
    • Choir 
    • Coding and Robotics 
    • Team and individual representative sports 

Port Macquarie Public School is a proud member of the Hastings Valley Community of Schools which consists of Hastings Secondary College Port Macquarie and Westport Campuses, Port Macquarie Public School, Hastings Public School, Westport Public School, Telegraph Point Public School, Lake Cathie Public School and Tacking Point Public School - a group of public schools committed to working together to provide optimum educational benefits for your child. 

Our school is also an active member of the Hastings AECG and has developed strong and supportive ties with our local Aboriginal community. 

Port Macquarie Public School is committed to providing all children with “Quality Learning in a Safe and Happy Environment”. 

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