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Find a school, enrol and browse the school calendar.

Our public schools

We provide quality education from preschool to high school in NSW public schools.

Finding a public school

Find the right school for your child with the school finder.

Enrolment

How to enrol in NSW public schools, designated enrolment areas and forms.

NSW public schools

Contact details for NSW public schools.

Calendars

Downloadable term dates and school holidays for NSW public schools.

Our schools at a glance

An A to Z of information about public schools for parents.

Translated documents

Department of Education information is available in many languages.

Privacy information

Information about student data while using technology.

Education Week

Education Week is a statewide, annual event, held during the first week of August, to celebrate NSW public education.

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Education Week

Game Changer Challenge

Education Week will feature an exciting initiative – the Game Changer Challenge. Find out what it all means and how your school can benefit.

Eastern NSW

NowTerm 2
Mon 30 Apr – Fri 06 Jul

Coming up
School holidays
Mon 09 Jul – Fri 20 Jul
Western NSW

NowTerm 2
Mon 30 Apr – Fri 06 Jul

Coming up
School holidays
Mon 09 Jul – Fri 20 Jul

Learn about the departments policies, guidelines, and procedures to create a safe, inclusive, and effective learning environment.

Topics include:

Enrolment of Students in NSW Government Schools: A Summary and Consolidation of Policy

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This information is current as at 22/06/2018 07:34am, AEST. For the most up-to-date information, go to https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/home.

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