Empowering students since 1884
At Stanmore Public School we prepare students for exciting futures in a dynamic world, fostering every child's full potential.
Halloween Disco (Years 3-6)
This year our Halloween Disco for students in Years 3 to 6 will be held on Friday, 30 October 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Get ready for a spooky night of fun.
Welcome to our school
Respect ■ Resilience ■ Responsibility
Stanmore Public School proudly serves the local 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.
School in Action Tours
Curious about life at Stanmore Public School? Join us for our regular School in Action Tours and see firsthand what makes our learning community so special.
Hear from our dedicated staff and students, explore our classrooms and learning spaces, and discover the range of programs and opportunities available.
To secure your spot, complete the online registration form or contact our school office.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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.
Through engaging, personalised learning our exceptional team of teachers and support staff inspire high achievement and a love of learning in every child.
We empower our students to excel. Our commitment to fostering academic achievement is reflected in our students' strong NAPLAN results.
All students benefit from a wide range of specialist programs and extracurricular opportunities.
Early years literacy: supporting young readers and writers
At Stanmore Public School, we’re passionate about helping all our students build strong foundations in reading and writing.
Through a Structured Literacy approach, our teachers use explicit, systematic, and evidence-based strategies to support every child’s literacy journey.
Student voice
Hear from our students as they share what makes our school so special. Drawing on their own experiences, they helped create a film that captures the kindness, inclusion, opportunity and strong sense of community that define our school.
Quick links
If your child will be absent, arriving late or leaving early, notify the school using your School Bytes account.
School Bytes is our parent portal and app for reporting absences, making payments, completing consent forms and booking parent teacher interviews.
Find our school bell times, including start and finish times, breaks and activities.
Explore our school canteen. View the menu, canteen opening times and order online.
Volunteering is a great way to support your child’s education and see their learning 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
15 Oct 2026 | Wellbeing
Supporting confident and resilient young learners. Discover how the Got It! program will help Stanmore families build children’s confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
15 Oct 2026 | Activities
Chess enthusiasts are invited to put their skills to the test at the Stanmore Public School Chess Championship on Wednesday 18 November.
15 Oct 2026 | Parent Resources
This month is Mental Health Month, an opportunity to celebrate the small steps that build lifelong wellbeing.
Improving online safety with Cybermarvel
24 Sep 2026 | Parent Resources
Keeping your children safe online can be challenging. That's where the Education Department's Cybermarvel program steps in - an online safety awareness initiative designed to empower families and help kids be safe online.
Zooom! Stage 1 takes on the Opera House
24 Sep 2026 | Excursion
Stage 1 students hopped on buses on Thursday morning on a big adventure to the Sydney Opera House.
Stanmore student takes Rugby 7s to state
24 Sep 2026 | Sport
Representing Sydney East at a state championship is a fantastic achievement, and Thalia did just that at the NSWPSSA State Rugby 7s Championships in Kiama.
Stanmore students crowned rugby Premiers
24 Sep 2026 | Sport
Three Stanmore students are celebrating a fantastic season after helping Petersham Juniors Rugby Team claim the 2026 Grand Final premiership.
1H celebrates friendship through writing
24 Sep 2026 | Literacy
1H students turn their writing skills into a heartfelt celebration of friendship.
Stanmore Music Festival is coming
17 Sep 2026 | Music
The countdown is on, and Stanmore Public School is getting ready to take part in one of our community’s biggest celebrations of music.
17 Sep 2026 | Events
This year our Halloween Disco for students in Years 3 to 6 will be held on Friday, 30 October 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Get ready for a spooky night of fun.
Highlighting success
At Stanmore we take pride in celebrating all our students’ achievements both at school and beyond.
Stanmore student takes Rugby 7s to state
24 Sep 2026 | Sport
Representing Sydney East at a state championship is a fantastic achievement, and Thalia did just that at the NSWPSSA State Rugby 7s Championships in Kiama.
Stanmore students crowned rugby Premiers
24 Sep 2026 | Sport
Three Stanmore students are celebrating a fantastic season after helping Petersham Juniors Rugby Team claim the 2026 Grand Final premiership.
Celebrating our reading champions
24 Sep 2026 | Literacy
The 2026 Premier’s Reading Challenge has wrapped up at Stanmore Public School, with an impressive 462 students completing the challenge.
Senior Band strikes a silver note
24 Sep 2026 | Music
Our Senior Band has celebrated a fantastic Silver Medal performance at this year’s ASBOF festival.
03 Sep 2026 | Sport
George O (3/4B) has proudly represented Stanmore Public School at the NSW All Schools Taekwondo Championship, taking home a gold medal in his division.
27 Aug 2026 | Sport
Stanmore Public School achieved an outstanding result at the Balmain Zone Athletics Carnival, finishing third overall out of 20 schools.
Student artwork achieves national recognition
27 Aug 2026 | Creative Arts
A passion for endangered animals has helped Stanmore student Arthur D (3/4M) earn a place among Australia’s young environmental artists.
27 Aug 2026 | Literacy
Five Stanmore students have celebrated success in the annual Inner West Libraries Book Week writing competition.
Three young musicians take the stage
20 Aug 2026 | Music
From auditions and rehearsals to the Opera House stage, three Stanmore musicians had an experience to remember.
20 Aug 2026 | HPGE
Our Stanmore debaters put their skills to the test in a thrilling Zone 15 final, with the Kookaburras securing victory and progressing to the next stage of the Premier’s Debating Challenge.
13 Aug 2026 | HPGE
Two Stanmore students showcased their spelling skills, confidence and determination at the Regional Finals.
Stanmore debaters soar to double victory
31 Jul 2026 | HPGE
This week, Stanmore Cockatoos (Eliza R, Hoz S L, Willa M and Emerson B) and Stanmore Kookaburras (Eliza M, Maya H, Tulsi H and Lucille K) hosted Marrickville PS in the last debates against external opponents in the Zone 15 competition.
Parent Resource Hub
Our Parent Resource Hub offers practical tips and insights for families, bringing together helpful articles from across our school website.
15 Oct 2026 | Parent Resources
This month is Mental Health Month, an opportunity to celebrate the small steps that build lifelong wellbeing.
Improving online safety with Cybermarvel
24 Sep 2026 | Parent Resources
Keeping your children safe online can be challenging. That's where the Education Department's Cybermarvel program steps in - an online safety awareness initiative designed to empower families and help kids be safe online.
17 Sep 2026 | Parent Resources
At the heart of every child’s growth and development is wellbeing, a holistic state that enables them to thrive, learn, and live with confidence.
03 Sep 2026 | Parent Resources
The NSW Education Standards Authority publish parent and carer guides to help support your child at home in the learning areas of Maths and English.
27 Aug 2026 | Parent Resources
As part of their ‘healthy lifestyle programs for primary schools’, NSW Health encourage children to participate in active travel.
Discussing difficult topics with children
20 Aug 2026 | Parent Resources
Engaging in open discussions about challenging subjects is important for children's emotional wellbeing.
13 Aug 2026 | Parent Resources
Designed for minds of all ages and stages, the new Smiling Mind App helps you learn the skills that promote mental wellbeing and create the habits to thrive.
13 Aug 2026 | Parent Resources
Save time and money whilst helping your kids to eat healthily by following some clever tips and tricks to build a healthier lunch box.
31 Jul 2026 | Parent Resources
Next week is Dental Health Week, a reminder that healthy smiles start early.
30 Jul 2026 | Parent Resources
The MindQuest Program is returning for a 30th year, catering for high potential and gifted primary students in years 1-6. Applications close soon.
Helping children build positive behaviour
18 Jun 2026 | Parent Resources
Strong relationships and positive family routines play an important role in helping children develop confidence, kindness and healthy behaviour.
Big feelings, smart problem solving
12 Jun 2026 | Parent Resources
Learning how to handle everyday challenges is an important part of growing up, and a simple activity called “Big Deal, Little Deal” can help children build those skills with confidence.
Inner West Libraries Beanstack
4 Jun 2026 | Parent Resources
Beanstack is a fun, free reading platform from Inner West Libraries that helps families track reading, earn rewards, and discover great books.
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.