West Pymble Public School

West Pymble Public School is located in a middle to high socioeconomic area in Sydney's Upper North Shore. With annual student enrolments fluctuating and currently at 265 and 35 teaching and support staff, the school works in partnership with the P&C and wider community to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students can thrive. The parent body consists of many highly skilled working parents from a range of professions. Parents have described WPPS as a community of citizens who care for each other and the environment.  Tucked away in a residential area, the school is set on 3 hectares of expansive, leafy grounds that are utilised to promote students' physical, social and emotional health while providing natural and creative outdoor learning environments. Playgrounds and natural play areas are currently being upgraded to further enhance the physical environment, while vegetable gardens are maintained by volunteers and the students and  as part of their learning activities. With all classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art interactive whiteboards and numerous digital devices, the students also have access to a computer lab, STEM room and well-stocked library. Our highly dedicated teachers provide enriching and engaging evidence-based teaching and learning opportunities that inspire curiosity in our students. The needs of all students are met through differentiated classroom practice. With all students benefiting from specialist teachers in STEM and music, there are numerous extracurricular opportunities on offer including the school band, dance, choir, art club, coding, chess, Green Team and mindfulness. Our students have numerous opportunities to perform to an audience both within school and for the wider community. Talented students are provided with access to pathways for elite programs in sport and the arts. Positive student and staff wellbeing and school culture are fundamental to all that we do at West Pymble Public School.