Scarborough Public School
A small school with a big picture thinking, inspiring creativity, compassion, innovation, collaboration and critical thought.
Welcome to Scarborough Public School
Small school, big picture thinking
We are a school that proudly serves our Scarborough community. We offer a high-quality, Comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Join our school today!
Principal's message
Welcome to Scarborough Public School
Scarborough Public School is a small, inclusive school on the land of the Five Islands Dreaming, nestled between the sea and the escarpment in northern Wollongong. Our natural surroundings inspire learning, wellbeing and a strong sense of belonging.
We are proud to be a high-performing NSW public school, guided by the Department of Education’s Plan for Public Education. With three multi-grade classes, our students benefit from the close attention of a skilled and dedicated teaching team, supported by learning support staff and an Assistant Principal Curriculum & Instruction who drives ongoing improvement to lift outcomes.
At Scarborough, students are at the heart of every decision. Strong relationships and a culture of trust allow every child to thrive. Teaching is purposeful, inclusive and grounded in explicit instruction, differentiation and a strengths-based approach that celebrates each learner.
Grow Your Mind School
Scarborough Public School is proud to be a Grow Your Mind School, embedding evidence-informed wellbeing practices across everyday teaching and learning.
Grow Your Mind supports students to understand their emotions, build self-regulation, develop positive mindsets and strengthen their mental fitness. Using a shared, child-friendly language and practical strategies, students learn how their brain works, how to manage big feelings, and how to care for their wellbeing over time.
Through classroom lessons, whole-school character strengths, and consistent language across playgrounds and learning spaces, our students:
- develop confidence and emotional awareness
- learn strategies for calming, focusing and resilience
- build empathy, kindness and positive relationships
- strengthen their ability to learn, connect and thrive
Grow Your Mind is embedded thoughtfully and inclusively at Scarborough, supporting both learning and wellbeing — for our students and our community.
Quick links
Bell times
Find information about our school bell times. Learn about our start and finish times, breaks and activities.
Canteen
Explore our school canteen. View our menu, canteen opening times and learn how to order.
Parent portal
Stay connected through our parent portal apps. Use them to make a payment, for attendance matters or to book a parent-teacher interview.
Community Playgroup
- Friday's commencing Week 6, March 6 at 9am to 10.30am.
We'd love to see you there!
Band and Music Classes
On Tuesdays
- Senior Band 8:00am (Years 4-6)
- Junior Band 10:45am Lunchtime
Book Sale and Swap
Week 10 Monday 30 March to Thursday 2 April 8.30-9am.
Organised by the Literacy Portfolio
Whole School Assemblies
- Our whole school assemblies are Weeks 5 and 10 each term at 9am. All welcome.
🐣 Wednesday 1 April – 9:00am
Optional PJ day and movie afternoon run by our Wellbeing Portfolio!
- Easter basket making in classrooms (families welcome)
- Hot cross bun sale for morning tea ($2 each)
Happy Holidays Everyone!
See you in Term 2
Term 2 Dates
Wednesday 22 April 2026 to Friday 3 July 2026
Photo Day! 📷
The School Photographer will be here on site on Wednesday 6 May
Key dates
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