Thirlmere Public School has served its semi-rural locality since 1888 and celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2013. The school is strongly supported by a committed and hard working Parents & Citizens Association who provide ongoing support both financially and physically. They are integral members of all decision making processes and pride themselves on their commitment to encouraging parent and community participation and involvement.
Thirlmere Public School is a K-6 school with an enrolment of 345 children in 2020. The school has approx. 16 students who identify as aboriginal students or Torres Strait Islander. There are 15 mainstream classes from K-6.
Our school strives to ensure all children reach their potential through the provision of an interesting and challenging curriculum. The school's focus is to maximise student performance in all curriculum areas particularly in literacy, numeracy and technology. Students are supported to achieve their personal best by dedicated and committed staff who continually strive to improve their pedagogy and practice through engagement in continuous professional learning and mentoring. Staff and students are supported by two full time instructional leaders.
Thirlmere Public School also provides a variety of extracurricular activities including band, choir and dance. All stages learn a musical instrument such as the ukulele, drums, percussion instruments and recorder. The school has a strong commitment to involvement in all sports and children are given the opportunity to participate in PSSA sporting events.
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