Why choose us?
Sandy Beach Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6, Comprehensive, Coed Primary School in SANDY BEACH. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: At Sandy Beach Public School we strive for excellence in an inclusive environment where every student is valued and remains connected to culture. We are committed to providing quality education, where all children are challenged to reach their potential and empowered to become confident, resilient and self-directed learners. Parents, teachers and students are strong partners, working collaboratively to maintain a culture of high expectations and positive wellbeing. Our school is a place where students have an opportunity to learn to live.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Sandy Beach Public School delivers a comprehensive range of extra-curricular programs that focus on extending student learning and fostering individuality and creativity. Expert staff provide a range of opportunites for students to grow and develop beyond the classroom.
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 SANDY BEACH, our school is easy to access by a school bus service, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
Why families choose us
Sport
A range of sporting opportunities are on offer, including lunchtime team sports, learn to swim programs, PSSA soccer, rugby union, basketball, netball, and touch football.
Choir
Students across the school enjoy opportunites to sing and perform with an infants and primary choir program and an AUSLAN signing choir.
Music
Our school has collaborated with the Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium of Music to offer weekly guitar lessons to students each term.
Information Technology
Students participate in weekly, specialised IT lessons in our state of the art computer room. Students are taught digital technologies to support 21st century learning and cybersafety to ensure they are prepared to thrive in our fast-paced world.
Dance
Our dance group performs each year at school events, the Coffs Harbour Eisteddfod, and the Northern Beaches Community of Schools Showcase.
Intervention
We offer an intervention program for students who require additional support to meet stage outcomes. Specialist programs are delivered daily to support student’s indivdual learning needs.
Aboriginal Education
Our school sits proudly on beautiful Gumbaynggirr land and our staff are dedicated to improving student knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal history and culture. Our Aboriginal Education Committee and student committee meet regularly, ensuring a consistent focus on cultural awareness and appreciation.
Breakfast Club
We offer complimentary breakfast for all students each morning at Ardvarks Breakfast Club. A healthy breakfast provides a positive start to the school day and sets students up for a successful day of learning and play.
Kindergarten Transition
An extensive kindy transiton program prepares children for their first year of formal schooling. Preschool visits, transition days and school tours support families to feel welcome and help children to enjoy a positive, settled start in kindergarten.
- 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
- 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.