Why choose us?

General School Information

More information - Marayong South Public School Handbook

• Uniform - Click here for more information

• Food & Lunch - Your Child’s First Day of School

• Parent Involvement - Community involvement

• Payments & Costs :

  • Voluntary Contribution: This is a once-a-year contribution of $50 that helps support classroom resources, learning programs, and improvements around the school.
    It is completely voluntary, and all students are included in learning regardless of payment.

  • Excursions and activities:
    Throughout the year, students may have the opportunity to attend excursions or special activities.

    • Costs vary depending on the activity (for example, local excursions are usually lower in cost, while larger excursions may be higher).

We offer:

Inclusive and diverse environments
Children learn alongside peers from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds, helping them build empathy, confidence, and real-world social skills.

High-quality education aligned with the Australian curriculum
Public schools follow a strong, consistent curriculum with experienced and qualified teachers who are committed to every student’s growth.

A strong sense of community
Local public schools often have close connections with families and the community, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for both students and parents.

Accessible and affordable education
Public education ensures all children have access to quality learning without the financial pressure of private school fees.

Focus on the whole child
Alongside academics, public schools place a strong emphasis on wellbeing, inclusion, creativity, and personal development.

Opportunities for all learners
Support programs, learning support, and extension opportunities are available to meet a wide range of student needs.

Cost Comparison:

Public schools:

• No tuition fees
• Voluntary contributions only
• Costs are generally limited to uniforms, excursions, and supplies

Private schools:

• Annual tuition fees (which can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands per year)
• Additional costs for uniforms, technology, excursions, and extracurricular programs
• Enrolment and ongoing fees may apply

Families can access the School Via the Front or Back Gate.

Please press the Gate Buzzer upon arrival.

Map of Entry Points PDF

Medical & Health

Medical conditions
If your child has a known medical condition (such as asthma or allergies), staff will follow their individual health care or action plan.

If a child is feeling unwell or is injured during the day, they will be cared for in the school’s sick bay by trained staff.

• Initial care and assessment
  Staff will assess your child and provide basic first aid or allow them to rest in a quiet, supervised space.

• Parent contact
  If your child is too unwell to return to class, the school will contact a parent or emergency contact to arrange for them to be collected.

• Minor concerns
  For small issues (e.g. a mild headache or minor scrape), your child may be treated and then return to class. In some cases, a phone call or communication alert via Sentral email may be sent to keep you informed.

  

Wellbeing & Support

Wellbeing and Support

Student wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, caring, and inclusive environment where every child feels supported and valued.

We support student wellbeing through:

• A positive school culture
  We promote kindness, respect, and inclusion, helping students feel a strong sense of belonging.

• Wellbeing programs and classroom support
  Students participate in activities that build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.

• Individualised support
  We provide additional support for students who may need it, including learning support and personalised plans.

• Anti-bullying practices
  All concerns are taken seriously, and we work closely with students and families to resolve issues in a supportive and proactive way.

• Access to support staff
  Students can be referred to our school counsellor, Tess, who works closely with students, families, and staff to provide additional emotional and wellbeing support when needed.

  

• Partnership with families
  We value strong communication with parents and carers to ensure each child is supported both at school and at home.

Our student success looks like:

Our student success is reflected in active participation in a wide range of competitions and opportunities, building confidence, skills and a love of learning. We aim to equip our students with the knowledge and capabilities to achieve success beyond school, while encouraging them to become respectful, active members of their community.

Above all, we value a growth mindset, supporting every student to strive for personal improvement and reach their full potential.

Our students have access to:

• excursions

• incursions

• extra-curricular activities

• a wide variety of subjects.

We offer students:

We support every student to thrive through the support of Student Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) in the classroom, personalised teaching and learning adjustments, and meaningful extension opportunities for students ready for additional challenge. This is strengthened by our dedicated wellbeing and counselling support, ensuring each child is nurtured, supported and confident in both their learning and overall development.

We create a welcoming community by:

We are proud to foster an inclusive and culturally safe environment where every student feels a sense of belonging.

• Through learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, including our local Dharug community

• supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)

• celebrating Harmony Day

• incorporating culturally inclusive school events

• ensuring cultural safety for all students.