About the school
Chandler Public School is a small, family-oriented rural school situated in an idyllic bushland setting in New England, approximately half an hour from Armidale on the Waterfall Way. The school prides itself on being welcoming and inclusive, offering a comprehensive education tailored for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, every student is valued and supported throughout their learning journey.
Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities
The dedicated and experienced teaching staff at Chandler Public School focus on promoting independent learning and achieving NSW syllabus outcomes through engaging and quality learning activities. Students have access to a broad range of programs that include debating, public speaking, major excursions, inter-school visits, Rock Band mentoring, musical instrument lessons, professional sports coaching, and regular cooking lessons. These diverse activities encourage students to explore their interests and develop a strong sense of community and collaboration.
Facilities and Resources
The school is exceptionally well-resourced, featuring modern classroom facilities that include an internet access computer for every student, an all-weather tennis court, and a current library collection rich in reading resources. Chandler Public School leans into the benefits of its surrounding environment, encouraging students to learn and play in its various play areas, vegetable gardens, and scenic outdoor settings, including rivers, gorges, and waterfalls. This rich learning environment is designed to foster each child's growth and ensure they reach their full potential, both academically and personally.
Through a combination of strong community ties, high-quality teaching, and modern facilities, Chandler Public School provides an enriching educational experience for all its students.
Mission
With a focus on academic excellence, community engagement and student well-being, we are dedicated to fostering your child's full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Chandler Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Thalgarrah Environmental Education Centre 23.3 km
- B Ebor Public School 31.2 km
- C Newling Public School 36.1 km
- D Ben Venue Public School 36.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 4 (0 girls, 4 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 137
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | 4 | - | - | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 92.4 | 945 | 1.5 |
| 2023 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 87.5 | 953 | 1.5 |
| 2022 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 95.8 | 955 | 1.5 |
| 2021 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 95.7 | 1000 | 1.3 |
| 2020 | 7 | 3 | 4 | - | 1026 | 1.3 |
| 2019 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 89.5 | 1093 | 1.3 |
| 2018 | 15 | 3 | 12 | 87.2 | 1032 | 1.7 |
| 2017 | 16 | 5 | 11 | 94.2 | 1023 | 1.3 |
| 2016 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 97.7 | 977 | 1.9 |
| 2015 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 97.3 | 939 | 1.3 |
| 2014 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 97 | 1051 | 1.4 |
| 2013 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 96.3 | 1066 | 1.4 |
| 2012 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 97 | 963 | 1.4 |
| 2011 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 97.1 | 917 | 1.4 |
| 2010 | 12 | 3 | 9 | - | 900 | 1.4 |
| 2009 | 21 | 8 | 13 | - | 1002 | 1.9 |
| 2008 | 24 | 11 | 13 | - | 1002 | 2.4 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.