Kelso Public School

Kelso Public School has a long and proud history as the oldest established school in Bathurst. Its unique circular design surrounds a tranquil grassed courtyard area full of native shrubs and trees evoking the Australian bush. Its facilities include open plan classrooms, tiered audio-visual rooms, a large multi-level library with an amphitheatre, and two large playing fields. The school has an experienced and dedicated staff, and offers a broad range of educational programs designed to cater for diverse learning needs and interests. It enjoys active and positive home-school partnerships that enhance the learning outcomes of all students. The school is renowned for its performing arts and sporting achievements as well as for its student leadership programs. It is also recognised as a district leader for its innovative Aboriginal education initiatives that are embedded in its curriculum. Kelso Public School implements Positive Behaviour for Learning strategies and attracts Priority Schools Program funding.

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