Blayney Public School

Established in 1858, Blayney Public School enjoys a proud history of meeting the needs of its community. Our mission is to develop confident, well-equipped citizens who have a positive attitude towards continued learning and an active concern for the world. There are 4 key elements that help us achieve our mission and make a difference in the lives of our students. The first is supportive community. The Blayney community is very supportive of the school, in terms of time, energy, finance and commitment to learning. High levels of parent participation in the many curricula and extra-curricula programs mean the school can run successful initiatives. There is a strong network of schools and communities across the Blayney area. The school is proud to be a Heritage Country School and an active member of the pre2 learning community. Healthy partnerships with parents, community, business and sporting organizations have seen numerous programs developed and implemented, leading to great learning opportunities for students. The second is traditional values. The values of tolerance, respect and fair play are actively demonstrated by staff and promoted and developed in students. The school has strong pastoral care and student management programs which provide safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environments. There is a focus on developing social skills, decision-making and citizenship. The school maintains high expectations of those who work and learn here. The third is exceptional opportunities. Blayney Public School prides itself on the range of activities in which students are able to take part. The school conducts enrichment programs and coordinates dynamic excursion and visiting performance programs. Of particular note are the outstanding sporting and cultural programs which provide students with school, district, regional and state representation opportunities. In each of the extra-curricula activities the school provides, student leadership skills are enhanced. Finally, Blayney Public School is committed to delivering a progressive education. Innovative programs in literacy and numeracy and the use of state-of-the-art technology mean that our students' learning needs are addressed, equipping students to be capable learners now and in the future. The school provides specialised support for students with learning difficulties and for those requiring stronger academic challenges. The school has 270 students who achieve their best and value themselves as learners. Consistently over the past six years, as measured through external assessments, our students' rate of progress between Year 3 & Year 5 exceeds the rate of progress recorded by nearby schools and indeed the average rate of progress for all NSW schools. Through well-planned responsive programs we live up to the school creed of 'Success With Honour'. For more detailed information about our successful programs, contact the school on 02 6368 2154 or visit our website.