Smithfield West Public School

Smithfield West Public School is a dynamic primary school, serving the Wetherill Park community for over 54 years. Our school prides itself on providing a welcoming and supportive environment, built upon high expectations for all. There is a strong belief in fostering the academic, social and emotional development of all students. Smithfield West celebrates and values our diverse community, with 3 percent of students identifying as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 79 percent from a language background other than English. There are currently 25 language backgrounds represented, with Arabic and Assyrian the largest of these. The school has experienced a significant influx of humanitarian refugees, predominantly from Syria and Iraq, since July 2016. These students now represent 21 percent of the school population. A commitment to ongoing school improvement in pedagogy, school management and professional learning acts as an umbrella for teaching and learning and the achievement of school priorities. It provides a vehicle to build the capacity of teachers to deliver programs explicitly and the capacity of students to be engaged and successful learners. We have a team of highly dedicated teachers, support and ancillary staff, ensuring the specific needs of our students are met. Our staffing mix includes very experienced teachers through to those in their early years. Situated on spacious grounds in south western Sydney as part of the Fairfield Network of Schools, Smithfield West is located in a residential area which accommodates both public and private housing. Parents and the wider community are supportive of the school's goals and celebrate its achievements with pride.