Stanmore Public School
At Stanmore Public School we prepare students for exciting futures in a dynamic world, fostering every child's full potential.
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Welcome to Stanmore Public School
Respect ■ Resilience ■ Responsibility
Our school proudly serves the Stanmore community offering a high-quality, comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Join our school community and embark on an exciting journey of growth, discovery, fun and friendship.
Our difference
Why choose Stanmore Public School?
We empower our students to reach their full potential through a commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and future readiness. Providing a supportive, inclusive education for every student.
Outstanding educators
Through engaging, personalised learning our exceptional team of teachers and support staff inspire high achievement and a love of learning in every child.
Academic excellence
We empower our students to excel. Our commitment to fostering academic achievement is reflected in our students' strong NAPLAN results.
Diverse opportunities
All students benefit from a wide range of specialist programs and extracurricular opportunities.
Volunteering is a fun way to get involved with your child’s education and see their learning progress first-hand.
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Principal's message
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Stanmore Public School. Established in 1884 on the lands of the Gadigal people, our school has a proud history and a strong sense of community.
We offer rich and varied learning opportunities within and beyond the classroom, including specialist Music, Drama, Language and Kitchen Garden programs, and diverse sporting and extracurricular activities.
Our dedicated and caring staff are committed to helping every student thrive and develop the skills to make a positive impact on our world.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special and I look forward to welcoming you into our community.
Ben Heinecke, Principal of Stanmore Public School
Ready to enrol?
Join our school community and embark on an exciting journey of growth, discovery, fun and friendship. Apply online or visit our school in person.
Stories in the spotlight
Latest news
19 Dec 2025 | Waste Warriors
Our Waste Warriors enjoyed a fun and inspiring day learning about sustainability at the Coal Loader.
Chinese language awards for Stanmore students
19 Dec 2025 | Languages
Two Year 6 students were recognised by the NSW Chinese Language Association for their Chinese language learning.
Music in action: Recorders for every Year 2 student
19 Dec 2025 | Music
Stanmore PS is building strong music foundations with new recorders for every Year 2 student.
Chase makes a splash at State Championships
11 Dec 2025 | Sport
Stanmore student Chase (5/6N) achieved outstanding results at the Metropolitan State Championships, placing 3rd in the Boys Under 12 Freestyle.
Student celebrates big win at The Nationals
11 Dec 2025 | Sport
Stanmore student Anya (4B) and her cheer team placed third at the National All-Star Cheerleading Competition.
11 Dec 2025 | Library
This year, the library has been buzzing with activity, providing students a vibrant hub to dive into reading, explore new ideas, and connect with inspiring books and authors.
Highlighting success
At Stanmore we take pride in celebrating all our students’ achievements both at school and beyond.
Chinese language awards for Stanmore students
19 Dec 2025 | Languages
Two Year 6 students were recognised by the NSW Chinese Language Association for their Chinese language learning.
Chase makes a splash at State Championships
11 Dec 2025 | Sport
Stanmore student Chase (5/6N) achieved outstanding results at the Metropolitan State Championships, placing 3rd in the Boys Under 12 Freestyle.
Student celebrates big win at The Nationals
11 Dec 2025 | Sport
Stanmore student Anya (4B) and her cheer team placed third at the National All-Star Cheerleading Competition.
Little Athletics Zone Championships success
11 Dec 2025 | Sport
Last weekend two Stanmore students achieved excellent discus and shot put results at the Little Athletics Intercity Zone Championships.
Stanmore on Stage: Celebrating students’ achievements in music
5 Dec 2025 | Music
Celebrate a year of outstanding creativity and achievement with a night of live performances from Stanmore students.
Strategists compete in Stanmore’s 2025 Chess Championship
1 Dec 2025 | Chess
The Chess Championship showcased focus, resilience and a love of strategic thinking across all year groups.
Parent Resource Hub
Our Parent Resource Hub offers practical tips and insights for families, bringing together helpful articles from across our school website.
Discussing difficult topics with children
19 Dec 2025 | Parent Resources
Engaging in open discussions about challenging subjects is important for children's emotional wellbeing.
11 Dec 2025 | Parent Resources
While we wish we could protect our children from every hardship, shielding them completely from adversity is impossible. Still, as parents, it’s only natural to want to keep them safe from life’s challenges.
The importance of perseverance
4 Dec 2025 | Parent Resources
Teaching children about perseverance can be beneficial for their academic success and overall wellbeing.
How “phubbing” affects parent-child connections
25 Nov 2025 | Parent Resources
"Phubbing", when we ignore someone in favour of our phone, can weaken how our children feel seen and heard at home.
Celebrating play on World Children’s Day
20 Nov 2025 | Parent Resources
This year, celebrate World Children’s Day by recognising every child’s right to play.
The socials
Key dates
Find term dates, school holidays and other important dates for all NSW public schools.
Helpful links
Useful links to online resources and practical information for families with children in primary school.
The NSW Education Standards Authority have published parent and carer guides to help support your child at home in the learning areas of Maths and English.
eSafety is Australia's independent regulator for online safety. They educate Australians about online safety risks such as cyberbullying of children.
Information for parents and carers including learning and wellbeing resources, advice, study skills, learning remotely tools, support for additional needs and more.
The Raising Children Network is an online knowledge base with free, reliable, up-to-date and independent advice to help families grow and thrive together.
Raising Healthy Minds is a free app designed by parents and mental health experts to help you raise confident and resilient children aged 0-12 years.
The Positive Parenting Program is a multi-level system of support to prevent and treat social, emotional and behavioural problems in children aged 0 to 11.