Tweed Heads South Public School

Tweed Heads South Public School is located by the Tweed River, surrounded by sacred mountain ranges on the far north coast of NSW. Established in 1958, the school has a rich history and is culturally significant for the Minjungbal people of the Bundjalung Nation. The school promotes a vibrant and caring educational environment where all children can learn and develop as individuals. Presently, it serves 167 students, with 41 percent identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6.6 percent from non-English speaking backgrounds.

Educational Environment

The school aims for excellence through high expectations and evidence-based teaching within engaging, safe, and supportive settings. It hosts the only onsite Department of Education preschool in the region, ensuring a seamless educational journey from preschool to Year 12. Recent upgrades have added permanent teaching spaces, a library, and enhanced playgrounds, contributing to a flexible learning environment that promotes curiosity and critical thinking.

Community and Values

Tweed Heads South Public School values community partnerships and fosters strong relationships between home, school, and staff. The school's wellbeing approach prioritises the learning environment, recognising that wellbeing and engagement are vital for student success. The dedicated staff ensure each child is known, valued, and cared for, cultivating resilient, respectful, responsible, vibrant, caring, and successful students.

The school encourages students to reach their maximum potential through various artistic, cultural, musical, sporting, and academic programs tailored to individual interests and strengths. The collaborative spirit between parents and staff enhances the supportive environment, ensuring the best possible outcomes for every student.

At Tweed Heads South Public School we aim to achieve excellence through high expectations and evidence-based teaching in engaging, safe and supportive surroundings.