Ultimo Public School

Ultimo Public School serves a culturally rich and diverse community located in an exciting urban environment in Sydney, close to Darling Harbour, Haymarket, and the CBD. The professional staff are committed to improving their teaching practices and work collaboratively with the community to nurture and challenge students to achieve individual excellence across all areas of the curriculum. With an enrolment of 335 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, 66% of whom have a language background other than English, the school places an emphasis on the values of care, compassion, and respect, preparing students to see themselves as global citizens.

Educational Programs

The school's educational programs are supported by high-quality facilities and rich resources. Class programs are enhanced with the services of English as a Second Language teachers, a Learning Support Teacher, a Reading Recovery teacher, and a full-time Chinese Community Language teacher. Moreover, the school offers specialist programs in Visual Arts and Music, ensuring a well-rounded education.

Community Engagement

A strong partnership with parents is evident through various avenues of participation in school life. The school maintains productive collaborations with local organisations such as the Powerhouse Museum and Sydney University, which enrich the learning experiences of the students. Additionally, Ultimo Public School enjoys a sister-school relationship with Jiang Wang Primary School in China. This commitment to community involvement strengthens the school's educational offerings.

Vision Statement

The school promotes a vision of 'ASPIRE - ACHIEVE - AMAZE', reflecting its dedication to fostering a culture of high expectations, respect, and resilience, while nurturing responsible and engaged citizens.

At Ultimo Public School, we are committed to nurturing responsible and engaged citizens who positively contribute to our school community and society at large. We foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and resilience, anchored in high expectations, effective classroom management, student wellbeing, and the development of personal and social capabilities.