Marrickville West Public School

Marrickville West Public School, established in 1886, is located in the inner western suburbs of Sydney, between Marrickville and Dulwich Hill train stations. The school serves a culturally and socially diverse community, with around 50% of students from language backgrounds other than English and 8% identifying as Aboriginal, representing over 40 different languages.

Educational Offering

The school is experiencing growing enrolment numbers and currently offers 15 mainstream classes along with a support class for autism. In addition to classroom teachers, Marrickville West employs specialist staff focusing on music, learning support, English language, creative and performing arts, languages other than English, and sport.

The school's purpose is articulated as: Work as one to develop a school culture based on respectful relationships and innovative practice; to inspire confident and successful learners, proactive and effective leaders and responsible citizens. This aligns with the school's motto and emphasises their commitment to an innovative educational program and inclusive culture.

Programs and Activities

Students engage in a variety of enriching activities across literacy, public speaking, numeracy, information technology, science, and the arts. Each student has the opportunity to learn one of four community languages, with Aboriginal, Multicultural, Environmental, and Values Education embedded throughout the curriculum. Furthermore, strong partnerships with parents and the local community enhance the educational experience, supported by an active Parents & Citizens committee and the School as Community Centre on-site.

Marrickville West Public School is dedicated to nurturing, challenging, and inspiring all children in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. At Marrickville West Primary School, we work together every day for the benefit of every student. Our dynamic and diverse school community is built on a foundation of inclusion, mutually respectful relationships and high expectations.