Why choose us?
Dundas Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6, comprehensive, coed primary school in Dundas. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: Dundas Public School partners with parents and the wider community to provide a quality education that values the future of all students. We will do this by:
-having high expectations for academic excellence – Dundas Public School will create a learning culture where students strive for learning excellence and are confident, creative and critical thinkers.
-valuing the future – Dundas Public School will create a future focused and innovative learning environment giving students the skills and attitudes to enable them to live effectively as lifelong learners, engaging in a dynamic and changing world
-encouraging values and wellbeing – Dundas Public School will teach students to be culturally inclusive, resilient citizens by valuing respect, responsibility and learning success
-building partnerships - Dundas Public School will ensure that parents and caregivers, students and teachers all play a valuable role in building our school and community.
Dundas Public School has a long and proud tradition of providing quality public education to the Dundas community for 74 years. Located on Dharug country in the Carlingford network, Dundas Public School is set in a residential location and features include spacious, leafy surrounds. The school currently has 310 students, 72% of these students coming from a variety of cultural and language backgrounds other than English.
Dundas Public School promotes an inclusive and diverse school community that is dedicated to maximising student learning outcomes through quality, explicit instruction across all key learning areas. School priorities include literacy, numeracy, assessment and the wellbeing of students, staff and the wider community. The school's professional body includes a balance of experienced and early career teachers, and a cohesive and supportive leadership and administration team. Our teachers focus on quality teaching, collaboration, collegiality, teamwork and high expectations. Staff work together to create a positive school culture and a quality learning environment that reflects our school values of safety, respect and learning success.
The school provides a range of extracurricular programs including choir, band, debating, dance, coding club, the environmental team, a school magazine group and sport. Students are encouraged to develop their leadership skills through participation in the Student Representative Council, peer mediation, PALS and house captain roles. The school has a reputation as being an inclusive and caring place where students are engaged and happy at school. It enjoys close links with the local community and has an active P & C.
Contact us to find out if Dundas Public School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
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Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in Dundas, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"A lot of activities are organised by the very dedicated teachers. Kids are given plenty of opportunities to do extracurricular activities such as band, maths Olympiad, peer leaders, sports." — a parent of Dundas Public School
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- participation in a range of competitions
- success in life beyond school
- active community members
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- a wide variety of subjects.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- celebrating Harmony Day
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
Stories and highlights
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.
Policies and reports
Discover our local school policies, reports and plans.