Why choose us?

Shellharbour Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6, Comprehensive, Coed Primary School in Shellharbour. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.

Our vision:

"At Shellharbour Public School, we put students first, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning culture where everyone strives for growth and excellence.

We celebrate academic achievement and personal development, ensuring every child is challenged, supported, and extended at their point of need. With high expectations in english and mathematics, we complement learning with a transparent, proactive approach to student welfare and well-being.

Through strong community partnerships, we provide engaging, future-focused education, developing communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. Our diverse extracurricular programs empower students to explore their passions and build confidence.

By embracing growth, innovation, and inclusivity, we prepare every student to thrive in an ever-changing world."

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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 Shellharbour, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.

""Our children absolutely love coming to Shellharbour Public School each day. The school's smaller size means they truly feel seen and heard – all the teachers know them as individuals and celebrate their unique strengths. They come home buzzing with stories about their day and have developed a real passion for learning. The drama productions each term allow them wonderful opportunities to express themselves creatively and build confidence in performing and public speaking. We also appreciate how as parents we can be involved in school life, whether helping in the classroom, attending events, or volunteering for activities. School has become more than just a place of education; it's a supportive community where our whole family feels valued, and our children are confident to try new things and genuinely happy to belong".  — The McMullan Family

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.

Our student success looks like:
  • 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.

Our students have access to:
  • 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.

We offer students:
  • 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.

We create a welcoming community by:
  • 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.

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