Fairfax Public School

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Not Many but Much

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About the school

Fairfax Public School is located 42 kilometres from Narrabri in the picturesque foothills of the Nandewar Ranges. It is at the heart of the farming and grazing community of Maules Creek, providing a strong foundation for lifelong learning through diverse and effective teaching and learning experiences across all key learning areas. The school values individuality and diversity, encouraging students to develop independence and self-confidence via individual learning and support programs.

Community Engagement

Core values are emphasised through collaborative learning partnerships among parents, students, and the broader community. This collaboration aims to achieve significant social and academic outcomes that reflect the shared vision encapsulated in the school’s motto, 'Not Many But Much.' Fairfax Public School prides itself on fostering an environment where every student can thrive, allowing them to excel academically while nurturing their social and emotional wellbeing.

Learning Environment

The school environment is designed to celebrate traditional rural values, recognising effort, integrity, and resilience as essential components for becoming engaged, successful learners and active citizens beyond the school years. Fairfax Public School thoroughly supports its students, ensuring they are not just educated but are well-rounded individuals prepared to face future challenges. By nurturing strong relationships and cultivating a community spirit, the school creates a supportive atmosphere where all students feel a sense of belonging and are motivated to reach their full potential.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Fairfax Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
3 (1 girls, 2 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
3
Indigenous students
0%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
1.6
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
0.7

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 3 1 2 - - 1.6
2024 5 3 2 - - 1.6
2023 3 2 1 - - 1.6
2022 3 3 0 - 928 1.6
2021 6 5 1 - 1005 1.4
2020 8 4 4 - 961 1.4
2019 9 6 3 97.5 1013 1.4
2018 11 9 2 95.3 1040 1.4
2017 14 9 5 97.4 1009 1.4
2016 12 7 5 95.9 1021 1.4
2015 10 6 4 95.3 1016 1.4
2014 10 5 5 97.8 1035 1.4
2013 13 7 6 96.8 1055 1.4
2012 8 4 4 97.3 1041 1.2
2011 8 2 6 97.1 1050 1.2
2010 10 3 7 - 1050 1.2
2009 11 3 8 - 946 1.2
2008 12 6 6 - 946 1.2

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.

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