Why choose us?
Coogee Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6, Comprehensive, Coed Primary School in Coogee. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: Coogee Public School aims to develop every student as a resilient, confident and adaptable learner. Through strong partnerships with our school community, students will strive to become assessment capable learners with a passion for learning while demonstrating the abilities to respond independently, collaboratively, reflectively, critically and creatively. With these positive attributes, our students will become successful, wel lrounded individuals.
Contact us to find out if Coogee Public School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
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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 Coogee, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"I love the culture that has been built at the school. I love the volunteer spirit, the community involvement, the camaraderie. It is such a wonderful school.” — a parent of Coogee Public School
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school offers a high-quality education that is both accessible and affordable, supporting every child to grow, achieve and thrive. We are proud of our students' success - whether in the classroom, on the stage or field, in competitions, or in their journeys beyond primary school.
Their achievements reflect our strong learning culture, dedicated staff and supportive community.
- Actively participating in a wide range of academic, sporting and creative pursuits
- Demonstrating confidence, resilience and readiness for life beyond primary school
- Contributing positively as engaged and responsible members of the community
- Setting goals and striving for continuous personal growth and improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help students thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
Our High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program includes authentic, real-world learning experiences such as podcasting—tune in to Coogee and the Coast on your preferred streaming platform. Students also take part in the Game Changer Challenge, collaborating to solve real-world problems with creativity and innovation.
Our vibrant dance program features lyrical, hip hop and contemporary groups and we proudly participate in the annual Schools Spectacular, while our specialist visual arts program ensures all students spend an hour each week in a purpose-built art studio.
We also offer a dynamic music program, including instrument tuition and a thriving band program that gives students opportunities to develop their musical skills and perform as part of an ensemble.
- Excursions that extend learning beyond the classroom
- Incursions that bring experts and real-world experiences into the school
- A wide range of extra-curricular activities that support interests and talents
- A broad and balanced curriculum covering a wide variety of subjects.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way, which is why we provide tailored learning support to help each student achieve their best. Our programs are designed to meet a wide range of needs, including support for high potential and gifted learners, students with disability or additional needs, students learning English as an additional language (EAL/D), and those requiring wellbeing support.
Our High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) initiatives include extension opportunities across key learning areas, delivered in a targeted and supportive way to challenge and engage advanced learners. We also offer K–6 public speaking, spelling bee and debating programs that develop confidence, critical thinking and effective communication skills.
For reading intervention, we use Macquarie University’s research-informed MiniLit and MacqLit programs, which complement our K–2 InitiaLit phonics program.
Flexible groupings based on ongoing data allow us to target learning effectively across the school.
Our Bump It Up groups in English and mathematics give students the extra boost they need to move confidently to the next stage in their learning.
Wellbeing is embedded across the school through Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), our Learning Powers, and the Grow Your Mind program. Together, these approaches help students build emotional awareness, resilience, positive relationships and a strong sense of self.
At our school, every child is known, valued and supported to succeed. Please contact the school to learn more about how we support learning and engagement.
- Student Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) working alongside teachers in the classroom
- Targeted teaching and learning adjustments to meet individual needs
- Extension activities that challenge and extend high-potential learners
- Wellbeing and counselling support to help students feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
A welcoming community
Our school is a welcoming and inclusive community where every student feels safe, respected and valued. We embrace diversity and promote fairness, ensuring all children see themselves reflected in their learning environment. Your child will grow in confidence in a school that celebrates their identity, nurtures their strengths and encourages them to be proud of who they are. We aim to develop well-rounded, compassionate and globally minded citizens, ready to thrive in an ever-changing world.
- Providing tailored support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- Celebrating Harmony Day to honour cultural diversity and inclusion
- Incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the curriculum and school events, including NAIDOC Week
- Ensuring cultural safety so every student feels respected, valued and supported.
Stories and highlights
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Policies and reports
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