NSW public schools teaching Year 1
Year 1 is the first year of Stage 1 in the NSW curriculum and the first full year of formal lessons after Kindergarten. Nearly every school that offers Kindergarten also offers Year 1, so the list below is essentially the same set of primary, infants and central schools.
What changes from Kindergarten
Lessons become more structured, with daily reading, writing and mathematics blocks. Students learn to read and write short texts independently, work with numbers to 100, and begin the key learning areas in more depth: science and technology, history and geography, creative arts, and personal development and health.
The Phonics Screening Check
In Term 3, every NSW public school gives Year 1 students the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check, a short one-to-one check of how well a child can sound out words. It is a teaching tool, not a test that is reported publicly, and families are told how their child went.
Related pages
- Kindergarten and Year 2: the years either side.
- Year levels in the glossary explains how NSW schooling is organised.
- The NSW Curriculum website publishes the Stage 1 syllabuses.
1,662 schools found.
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Abbotsford Public School
350 Great North Rd, Abbotsford NSW 2046
Abbotsford Public School, located on the Parramatta River, offers a diverse and enriching environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, focusing on quality education and community involvement.
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Aberdeen Public School
Segenhoe St, Aberdeen NSW 2336
Aberdeen Public School is a welcoming and supportive community that prioritises quality education, embracing diverse needs and emphasising respect, responsibility, and honesty within a safe learning environment.
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Abermain Public School
Goulburn St, Abermain NSW 2326
Abermain Public School, located in the Hunter Valley, is committed to providing an inclusive and engaging educational environment for its 294 students. The school focuses on respect, positive behaviour, and strong community relationships to promote student well-being and success.
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Adaminaby Public School
9 Cosgrove Street, Adaminaby NSW 2629
Adaminaby Public School offers a comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students, emphasising literacy and numeracy, while fostering a strong community and a commitment to academic and extracurricular excellence.
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Adamstown Public School
Bryant St, Adamstown NSW 2289
Adamstown Public School is an inclusive primary school that excels in academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities, fostering a supportive learning environment for a diverse student body.
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Adelong Public School
Adelong Public School 50 Gilmore Street, Adelong NSW 2729
Adelong Public School, established in 1860, provides a supportive learning environment for students in Adelong, New South Wales, and actively engages with families to promote academic and personal growth.
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Albert Park Public School
344 Keen Street, East Lismore NSW 2480
Albert Park Public School provides a nurturing and innovative educational environment focused on individual student needs, engaging families and the local community in the learning process.
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Albion Park Public School
Tongarra & Hamilton Rds, Albion Park NSW 2527
Albion Park Public School offers a caring and inclusive educational environment with a commitment to quality learning, strong parental involvement, and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
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Albion Park Rail Public School
Gow Avenue, Albion Park Rail NSW 2527
Albion Park Rail Public School fosters a quality educational environment with a strong commitment to inclusive practices and community engagement, underpinned by its motto of 'All Striving for the Best'.
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Albury North Public School
868 Mate St, Albury NSW 2640
Albury North Public School focuses on the holistic development of students through innovative programs and strong community ties, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all.