Heathcote East Public School
Heathcote East PS is situated on the western edge of the Royal National Park in a secluded residential area. It strives to achieve excellence by providing each child with stimulating opportunities to learn, encouraging the development of a sense of initiative, self direction and commitment which will prepare them for our modern, changing world. The school has a warm and positive environment and works closely with the local community. Students are encouraged to undertake additional community service activities on a voluntary basis. Students regularly support other children through Stewart House, Pay It Forward and Kidz4Kidz and the wider community through Clean Up Australia. In the senior years, students are active participants in School Parliament. The school uses a Synthetic Phonics program in the junior school to promote reading and spelling skills along with CMIT to enhance numeracy skills. The school has a vocal ensemble, bands and several dance groups. Heathcote East PS participates in a range of sports and competes in PSSA competitions. Heathcote East PS has a strong technology focus with interactive whiteboards and computer banks in every classroom.
We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live. We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge, songlines and stories. We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education.