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PUBLIC SCHOOLS

 

Ashmont Public School  

Bardia St
Wagga Wagga  NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6931 4944  
Fax: 02 6931 4320  
Email:  ashmont-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

The distinctive features of the school include: A rich cultural mix of students; students from all backgrounds assuming school leadership roles; a spacious, well-equipped environment; the school community's strong emphasis on numeracy and literacy.  Development of appropriate social skills, competence with modern technology and enhancement of self esteem and general confidence, also remain important features of the school's purpose.  Enrolments  336. 

Forest Hill Public School  

Sturt Highway
Forest Hill NSW 2651 
Tel:  02 6922 7251 
Fax: 02 6922 7858  
Email:  foresthill-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 
 
The school provides an educational setting for students from the defence force and civilian families. The school seeks to create an environment that is secure, accepting and educationally challenging. It aims to tailor its programs to meet the needs of students who experience numerous changes of school plus those who are long term residents. Accordingly, the school seeks to have students, staff and parents working to enhance each student's academic, cultural, physical and social development so that each may become a motivated learner able to work independently and co-operatively whilst striving for excellence. Enrolments  205. 

Kooringal Public School 

Lake Albert Road
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6922 6443, 02 6922 6268 
Fax: 02  6926 2034 
Email:  kooringal-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 
 
As Kooringal Public School celebrates 40 years of serving the community, our focus continues to be on maximising the potential of all our students, and the staff who teach them. Our achievements to date reflect the careful balance of traditional and hi-tech teaching, rounded out with cultural and sporting development, giving our students confidence in themselves and their abilities as they move towards senior school. Enrolments  468. 

Lake Albert Public School 

Main Street
Lake Albert NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6922 6400  
Fax: 02 6926 2065  
Email:  lakealbert-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 
 
Lake Albert Public School is situated on the eastern foreshore of Lake Albert, Wagga Wagga. Adjacent parkland and Lake Albert Oval provide access for learning and recreational pursuits. Enrolments  340.

Mount Austin Public School 

Bourke Street
Mount Austin  NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6925 2481, 6925 2139 
Fax: 02 6925 3974  
Email:  mtaustin-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 
  
The Mt Austin Public School staff and parents believe in caring and encouraging all students to develop a sense of worth and to reach their full potential in all areas. This philosophy is supported by programs that emphasise student and parent participation. The school receives support from the Disadvantaged Schools Program to provide a high level of resources and training for staff and students to access quality education programs. Enrolments  324. 

North Wagga Public School 

Hampden Avenue
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6921 3533
Fax: 02 6921 3459 
Email:  northwagga-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au  
  
The school has extensive grounds with many gardens and shade provided by trees. A recent addition to the school is a large Covered Outdoor Learning Space area which enables the school to congregate for assemblies and doubles as an all weather sports court. The school has strong parent and community support. This has provided extensive resources, especially in literacy and a lot of 'in-class' support, both people and materials. Enrolments  201.

South Wagga Public School 

140 Edward Street
South Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6921 2947
Fax: 02 6921 8746  
Email:  sthwagga-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 

A significant feature of the school is the computer centre which is housed on the mezzanine floor of the school library. This facility, together with classroom computers, ensures that increasing usage of technology in teaching and learning is evident across the school. The school has been able to foster a very open and well structured learning environment where students generally feel safe and happy. A dedicated and committed staff has been successful in developing independent student work habits, self discipline, tolerance and respect for cultural diversity. Enrolments  296.

Sturt Public School 

White Avenue
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6922 5087
Fax: 02 6926 1243  
Email:  sturt-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 
 
At Sturt Public School it is our desire that all children shall do well. We will provide an environment where children can experience happiness and success, both educationally and socially. This mission statement is the essence of the school's purpose. Accordingly, academic, personal, physical and social achievement are all encouraged and fostered at every stage of each student's individual development. This development involves opportunity and achievement in all prescribed curricula and in extension and extra-curricula areas. The school is well known for its success in the performing arts, sport, computer, student welfare, chess and gifted and talented programs.  Enrolments  328.

Tolland Public School 

Hawkes Place
Tolland NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6931 1223, 6931 1263 
Fax: 02  931 4312 
Email:  tolland-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au  
 
The school provides for students from a diverse range of backgrounds; The curriculum has literacy, numeracy and technology as high priorities supported by high expectations of students; School policies promote good discipline, effective welfare and quality learning in a secure environment; The school provides many opportunities in creative arts, music, sport and competitions; The Aboriginal Education Policy is being implemented to ensure that curriculum areas have an Aboriginal perspective; Students with disabilities receive specialist support and are integrated into mainstream classes as appropriate; There is a comprehensive range of Special Education facilities on site. These include Early Intervention and Parents As Teachers centres; Student fitness and nutrition are important. A daily exercise routine and church-run breakfast program (three days per week) are conducted.  Enrolments  192. 

Turvey Park Public School 

31 Halloran Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel:  02 6925 2589 
Fax: 02 6925 1663 
Email  turveypark-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au  
 
Turvey Park Public School's mission statement states: "The students, staff and parents of Turvey Park Public School work cooperatively to enhance the learning of each child and to develop citizens of the future. The school provides a stimulating and caring environment dedicated to the concept of quality education for all our children. Children are encouraged to strive for excellence and view learning as a life long process." There is a strong emphasis on the development and use of technology to support all curriculum areas. Enrolments  342.  

Wagga Wagga Public School 

Gurwood Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 
Tel: 02 6921 3398, 6921 3283 
Fax:02 6921 8745 
Email  waggawagga-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 

Extra curricula activities and student welfare programs support the curriculum here. The staff and community are committed to the provision of a wide range of educational opportunities. Individual student development occurs in an environment that allows all students to fulfil their potential. Students learn to function independently and confidently, to accept responsibility for their actions and practise the values and morals of our society. Enrolments  381.  

Private Schools

Holy Trinity Primary School

Bardia Street (PO Box 4001)
Ashmont  NSW 2650
Tel:  02 69313704
Fax: 02 69314239 
Email:info@ht.wagga.catholic.edu.au

Henschke Primary School

Bourke Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Tel:  02 69251870
Fax: 02)69254824

E-mail: info@hp.wagga.catholic.edu.au

Mater Dei Primary School

Gregadoo Road
Wagga Wagga NSW2650
Tel:  02 6926 2060
Fax: 02 6922 3242
Email: info@mdp.wagga.catholic.edu.au

Sacred Heart Primary School

Lake Albert Road (PO Box 956)
Kooringal NSW 2650
Tel:  02 6922 6442, (02) 69226900
Fax  02 69224849
Email: info@shk.wagga.catholic.edu.au

St Joseph's Primary School

Johnston Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Tel:  02 69215733
Fax: 02 69214312
Email: info@sjw.wagga.catholic.edu.au