Fort Street Public School

Fort Street Public School enjoys a unique geographical location at the top of Observatory Hill, benefiting from the natural and historical features of Millers Point and the Rocks, along with a multitude of learning opportunities within Sydney’s CBD.

This co-educational school of 300 students, K to 6, serves a culturally diverse and educationally aware community. It continues to experience strong growth in line with the expansion of inner-city family living.

Strong partnerships with Sydney's business and cultural centres and the school's proactive engagement with its multicultural community add to the school's ability to support the highest levels of learning.

Established in 1842 as the first government public education school, known as “Fort Street Model School for exemplary education”, the school has a strong tradition of pursuing academic excellence and nurturing critical, creative communicators.

High-interest programs are offered in the arts, sport, public speaking, chess and debating, along with a rich STEM program. From Kindergarten through to Year 6, students benefit from an innovative and diverse music curriculum.

A thoughtful student welfare policy actively recognises positive behaviour through meaningful teacher and peer feedback, personal and collective responsibility, student recognition, a classroom merit system and regular celebrations of success with enthusiastic House Teams. Representing the student body is a highly valued Student Leadership Team whose skills in mentoring boost student wellbeing across the school.

The Fort Street Public School community is dedicated to the provision of a safe, happy and stimulating educational environment where all members of the school community feel known, valued and successful.