Why choose our school?

Mortlake Public School is a proud part of the local community, where tradition meets innovation.

Established in 1887, our school blends rich heritage with modern facilities to provide an exceptional learning environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Located on a spacious 20,000 square metre site, our campus occupies an entire suburban block, featuring park-like grounds and well-maintained buildings. This unique setting offers students a safe, vibrant, and nurturing place to learn, grow, and thrive.

At Mortlake Public School, we value strong community connections, academic excellence, and the wellbeing of every child.

Watch this short video to see how Mortlake Public School empowers every student through inspiring teaching and a vibrant, inclusive community where each child feels valued, supported, and truly belongs.

The Mortlake Public School difference

At Mortlake Public School, we take pride in our strong reputation for academic excellence, well-rounded student achievement, and a long-standing tradition of success.

Our dedicated focus on literacy and numeracy underpins our high standards across the curriculum. Students consistently achieve outstanding results in national assessments such as NAPLAN, reflecting the strength of our teaching and learning programs.

We offer a broad and balanced education that nurtures every child’s potential. Our highly regarded music program enjoys an enviable reputation in the wider community, and our students regularly excel in debating, public speaking, performing arts, and a wide range of sporting events.

Our commitment goes beyond academic success. We strive to equip students with the essential skills they need for the future - critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and confidence in using technology.

Mortlake Public School is an inclusive and supportive environment, where every student is encouraged to thrive. Approximately 56% of our students are learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D), and we provide targeted support to help them build English proficiency and succeed across all areas of learning.

two student writing while sitting at a desk in class

Where every student counts

We keep class sizes small so every student gets the attention they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Kindergarten classes are capped at 19.

Why class size matters

Academic excellence

Our school offers a high-quality, well-rounded education. Our exceptional academic results demonstrate our commitment to students’ academic success.

NAPLAN results for our 2024 Year 3 and 5 cohorts demonstrate the strength of our teaching programs and our commitment to continuous improvement. The introduction of Teaching and Learning Community (TLC) sessions - focused on clear learning intentions and success criteria in reading - alongside recent curriculum reforms, has empowered teachers to deliver high-impact, explicit instruction.

As a result, we saw a 26% uplift in Grammar and Punctuation and a 9% uplift in Reading during the 2023–24 reporting period.

Over 80% of our students are achieving in the 'exceeding' or 'strong' bands in Reading and Writing, and more than 70% are performing at these levels in Numeracy. In Reading, Mortlake Public School is performing 7.5% above our Statistically Similar School Group (SSSG), a clear reflection of our academic focus and effective teaching strategies.

Mortlake Public School’s NAPLAN results consistently outperform those of other local primary schools, highlighting the exceptional quality of our teaching and learning programs. Our students achieve at significantly higher levels across all key areas, particularly in Reading, Writing, and Numeracy. For families in the area who value strong academic outcomes, Mortlake Public School stands out as the clear first choice - offering not only outstanding results but also a supportive and future-focused learning environment.

See the proof firsthand

We foster a growth mindset and strive for excellence - reflected in our strong NAPLAN results. See how Mortlake compares to other schools at myschool.edu.au.

Outstanding results

Celebrating achievement

At Mortlake Public School, we take pride in celebrating our students’ achievements both in and out of the classroom.

We are committed to nurturing an environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential, allowing their unique talents to thrive.

"Excel by Effort" is more than just our school motto - it's a value we encourage our students to live by, reflected in all they strive for and achieve.

Student achievements

Explore our student achievements to discover the diverse ways in which our students excel.

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Unlocking potential both in the classroom and beyond

We offer students a wealth of resources and opportunities to help them thrive. From STEM, sports, arts and beyond, our broad curriculum and opportunities fosters curiosity and critical thinking.

Mortlake Public School partners with leading professional sports organisations - such as Sydney FC, Netball NSW, AFL, Little Boomers Basketball, Cricket Australia, and Hockey NSW - to deliver specialist skills programs.

Co-curricular

PSSA

Summer	Winter
T-Ball/Softball	Soccer (girls and boys)
Cricket	Netball

DanceSport

Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition

Debating

Robotics

Choir

Garden Club

Drama

Extracurricular

Tennis Club

Chess Club

Art Club

Soccer Academy

Code Camp

Chinese school

Music tution

Our explicit teaching approach

At Mortlake Public School, our teaching practices are grounded in research about how children learn best. One key approach we use is explicit teaching. But what does that mean, and how does it help our students succeed?

Our explicit teaching approach

Our diverse community

Our diversity is one of our many strengths. We proudly serve and represent our local community.

The diversity in our schools helps foster respect and a mature mindset in our students, preparing them to embrace a global society.

Our inclusive classroom environments are designed to cater to the diverse needs of all students, allowing those with additional needs to meet their full potential alongside their peers.

Ready to join our vibrant school community?

At Mortlake Public School, students benefit from the best of both worlds – a proud heritage and a forward-thinking approach to education. From academic excellence and expert teaching to a wide range of co-curricular opportunities, we’re committed to helping every child flourish in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Whether it’s in the classroom, on the stage, or on the sporting field, our students are encouraged to aim high, think critically, and excel by effort.

If you’re looking for a school that offers outstanding learning outcomes, a strong community spirit, and a world of opportunity for your child – look no further.

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