Ilford Public School

At Ilford Public School we strive for excellence with high quality inclusive educational experiences. Our vision is that every student reaches their potential through a positive sense of wellbeing, high expectations for all and strong community connections. Teachers engage in research and evidence based practice to ensure quality teaching and learning for every student. In order to overcome any disadvantage of geographical location, a strong foundation of numeracy, literacy and engagement is at the core of Ilford Public School. Ilford Public School is a small village school that has been providing quality education to the local area since 1868.  Students attend from the local farming community with a population of approximately 300. The school has a current enrolment of 16 with some families having a connection back to the establishment of the school. Others are second and third generation Ilford Public School students. Enrolments fluctuate minimally each year we anticipate that they will remain fairly stable over this planning cycle. We have established and aim to further develop strong community support for the school. Collective efficacy within the school and with the wider school community provides innovative and inclusive learning for all students.  Ilford Public School is set in a picturesque bush setting on the Castlereagh Highway between Lithgow and Mudgee. The school operates two multigrade classes and has a separate library and office area.  The historical stone administration building dates back to 1878.  Teaching and learning is at the core of school. It is enhanced by strategic and quality resources, including quality literature, technology in each classroom and resources to support intervention programs. The school has expansive and well-manicured gardens with mature trees and a large grassed oval.  There is also a large cola, fixed play equipment, a large sandpit, tennis court and vegetable gardens. At Ilford Public School our values are kindness, respect, tolerance and trust.  A range of experiences in sporting, cultural and environmental programs are provided as part of the broad educational opportunities.