Why choose us?
A typical day at Peakhurst West Public School begins the moment you walk through our school gates, where you are warmly greeted by a teacher ready to welcome you. As you enter, you’ll notice our large, vibrant school grounds surrounded by lush greenery and natural spaces that create a stimulating and peaceful environment for learning and play.
Our students, from Kindergarten to Year 6, start their day in classrooms where experienced teachers guide them through lessons focused on building strong literacy and numeracy skills, alongside nurturing creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. Learning is personalised to support every child’s growth, with a mixture of explicit teaching, hands-on activities, and opportunities for collaboration.
Throughout the day, students engage in a variety of experiences including creative arts, sport, wellbeing activities, and leadership opportunities. Our inclusive community encourages kindness and respect, helping every child feel a strong sense of belonging and confidence.
Whether it’s a literacy lesson in the morning, a lively sport session on our playground, or a quiet moment in our outdoor learning areas, each day at Peakhurst West Public School is designed to empower students to excel, innovate, and prepare to lead with integrity in a diverse and changing world.
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Why families choose us
Peakhurst West Public School is a welcoming and vibrant community, offering spacious grounds, diverse learning opportunities, and a strong focus on student wellbeing. Families choose our school for its dedicated staff, wide range of extra-curricular programs, inclusive environment, and the supportive culture that nurtures every child's academic, creative, and social growth. At Peakhurst West, every student is encouraged to thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning.
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 Peakhurst, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
“My son has thoroughly enjoyed being involved in a variety of clubs, including Dance Group, Choir, Chess Club, Art Club, and representing the school in Inclusive Sport events. One of the proudest moments for me is seeing him happy and confident at school each day.” — a parent of Peakhurst West 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 including Public Speaking, Chess, PSSA, Knockout Sport Competitions, Sports Gala Days and Debating
- enrichment English and Mathematics groups
- active community members and global citizens
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
Lunch time groups
Our school offers a range of different lunchtime groups and activities that students are welcome to join based on their interests. These groups provide opportunities for students to make new friends, develop skills, and explore hobbies in a supportive environment.
- Art Club
- Chess Club
- Card Games
- Choir
- Junior and Senior Dance
- Debating Club
- St George Dragons Clinic
- Stage Soccer skills.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM, coding and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities such as weekly PSSA competitions, dance group and choir, coding, chess, gardening, debating and talent shows
- a wide variety of subjects
- stage 3 school camps.
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 English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D), 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 to support learning, behaviour and wellbeing
- teaching and learning adjustments across all learning areas
- small group intensive learning support both in class and withdrawal
- intervention programs in literacy and numeracy run by skilled staff
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- New Arrivals small group withdrawals, small EAL/D withdrawal groups or in class support
- 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.
- creating a culturally safe school to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- celebrating Harmony Day
- recognising National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC week
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
“My child absolutely loves the wide open landscape of the school, with plenty of space to explore and play with friends. The school has been fantastic in supporting her growth, especially through the literacy extension program, which has nurtured her passion for creative writing and helped her develop her skills further” — a parent of Peakhurst West Public School
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.