Blacktown North Public School

Blacktown North Public is located in the middle of a light industrial area, bordered by two busy roads and two secondary schools. Most of the students reside in high density housing located to the south of the school, towards the centre of Blacktown. Our school population of 246 students (K-6) mainstream and three (AU) support classes. They are made up of 89% LBOTE, 8% refugee, with students coming to us from birthplaces in more than 22 other nations. Parent community speaks more than 35 different languages, some of which do not have a written form.  Our school focus therefore revolves around the cores of Literacy and Numeracy and developing skills in the English language for students and parents. The PBL values Safe, Respectful Learners underpin all facets of learning, academically and socially. Blacktown North Public School seeks to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success through a stimulating and safe learning environment with innovative and responsive teaching across the curriculum. Each student’s self-esteem is fostered by positive relationships with students and staff

We aim to maximise individual’s potential and through our core values ensuring all students are empowered to meet the challenges of education, work and life in an environment that embraces the 21^st century.

We strive to have our parents, teachers and community members actively involved in our students learning to create respectful, independent individuals who have the knowledge and attitude to be successful in an ever-changing world.