Harrington Street Public School

Harrington Street Public School, established in 1962, is located in Cabramatta West and is part of the South Western Sydney Region. The school proudly serves a diverse community, with over 91% of students coming from language backgrounds other than English. Committed to academic success and student self-discipline, Harrington Street Public School fosters a positive learning environment supported by highly trained staff. Parents are considered valued partners in shaping school priorities, contributing to a strong school community.

Core Values

Harrington Street Public School upholds core values including integrity, excellence, respect, responsibility, co-operation, participation, care, fairness, and democracy. This framework supports not only academic pursuits but also the personal growth of students through effective welfare programs and sporting and cultural initiatives.

Educational Programs

In addition to the six Key Learning Areas, the school offers specialised programs such as English as a Second Language, Community Languages (Chinese, Vietnamese, and Khmer), and Reading Recovery for Year 1 students. The school also provides three classes dedicated to supporting students with intellectual disabilities as well as a composite 5/6 Opportunity Class for gifted and talented students, accessible through regional and state enrolment processes.

Through innovative and evidence-based teaching methods, Harrington Street Public School aims to inspire students to be confident, lifelong learners and active global citizens, preparing them to thrive both in the classroom and beyond.

At Harrington Street Public School every student is known, valued and cared for in a culturally inclusive learning environment. We value student voice and community involvement through collaborative decision-making processes to foster connectedness and student engagement. We hold high expectations of students, staff and the school community. Through continual improvement of quality, innovative teaching practices, we ensure every student strives for personal excellence. We aim to empower all students to be confident, life-long learners and global citizens who successfully contribute to a complex and dynamic society.