Why choose us?
Glenhaven Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6, comprehensive, co-educational primary school in Glenhaven. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
At Glenhaven Public School, we believe in high expectations where effective, explicit, and evidence-based teaching practices create optimal learning environments. Every child is challenged and engaged to achieve their individual potential. Our vision is to build strong partnerships that inspire the development of confident, innovative, and self-directed learners, providing every student with opportunities to grow within a culture of continual improvement and excellence.
Set in a beautiful natural bushland environment, Glenhaven Public School is a welcoming and supportive community that values both tradition and innovation. With beautiful lawns and open playing spaces, along with modern, engaging learning environments, students enjoy a safe and stimulating setting that supports both their academic and personal growth.
Our three core values — Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best — underpin all aspects of school life and are embraced by staff, students, and families. These values help develop young people who are not only successful learners but also caring and responsible citizens.
Families choose Glenhaven Public School because:
- We deliver comprehensive learning programs that support every child’s growth and success.
- Our dedicated and passionate staff provide high-quality teaching that fosters a love of learning.
- We use data-driven and evidence-based practices to deliver differentiated learning that supports all students — from those needing additional help to those identified as high potential and gifted.
- We offer a wide range of opportunities in the creative arts and sport, with students achieving success in activities such as swimming, athletics and cross country.
- Our outstanding dance programs include biannual full-school concerts that showcase student talent, as well as award-winning dance troupes that have achieved recognition at state level competitions.
- Students benefit from extension activities and high-level learning support initiatives that allow every child to be challenged, extended, and celebrated for their achievements.
- Our school fosters a caring and connected community, where strong partnerships with families enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes.
At Glenhaven Public School, every child is known, valued, and supported. We are committed to ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed, to grow, and to achieve their personal best in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment.
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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 Glenhaven, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"With caring teachers, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities, the school has given my three girls an amazing schooling experience. It truly provides and all-round education” — a parent of Glenhaven 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 such as: Hill’s Public Speaking, Premier’s Reading Challenge, Premier's Spelling Bee, Premier’s Sporting Challenge, Primary School’s Sports Assocation ( PSSA ) Zone Carnivals, Castle Hill and Sydney West Team Representations, Math’s Cup and Olympiad, Sydney Eisteddfod-Dance and more!
- Success in life beyond school: We develop the necessary resilience, problem-solving, and critical, creative thinking skills to help students become successful citizens.
- Active community members: Students participate and perform in community events, promote and initiate events such as Community Concert for local pre-schools and retirement villages.
- Growth through high potential and gifted education: Students participate in GATEWAYS programs in a variety of areas from Creative Arts to Science and robotics, literacy and mathematical extension groups, Dance troupes and in class challenge activities.
- Striving for personal improvement: Students regularly engage in self-refection and a variety of assessments to identify areas of growth. With timely, constructive feedback from their teachers, they are consistently encouraged to take ownership of their earning and strive for ongoing improvement.
A world of opportunities
We are proud to offer our students a world of opportunities that nurture their learning, talents and personal growth. Our academic programs challenge and support every child to achieve their best, while a wide range of creative arts, sporting, cultural and leadership experiences allow them to discover and develop their individual strengths.
From our award-winning dance troupes and biannual school concerts to sporting successes and extension programs, students are encouraged to shine in many different arenas. Our beautiful grounds, modern learning spaces and strong sense of community create an environment where children feel safe, engaged and inspired.
With the guidance of our dedicated teachers and the support of families, Glenhaven Public School provides every student with the chance to embrace new opportunities, build confidence and take positive steps towards their future.
- 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
- Differentiated learning
- Mini Lit and Macq Lit
- Targeted reading initiaitves
- 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
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Policies and reports
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