Warilla Public School

Warilla Public School is located in the Illawarra region, approximately 25 kilometres south of Wollongong. The school enrolment for 2016 comprised 2018 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, including 23 indigenous students. Warilla Public School is part of the Priority Schools Program and has been involved in several National Partnerships Programs focused on enhancing student Literacy and Numeracy outcomes through quality teaching, leveraging technology effectively. The school is noted for its committed and stable staff, who actively participate in the 'You Can Do It' social skills program aimed at nurturing traits such as persistence, organisation, confidence, getting along, and resilience. This program reinforces the school's motto: 'We Work as a Team'.

Educational Approach

The school's mission is to promote an inclusive learning community, ensuring that every student feels safe and valued. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration and high expectations, which are evident in the pastoral care approach adopted throughout the school. Warilla Public School aims to extend its creative and practical arts program, building upon past achievements in competitions like 'Wakakirri' and the Wollongong Schools' Music Festival.

Community Engagement

Warilla Public School prides itself on its strong connection with families and the wider community, co-designing educational plans to meet the diverse needs of students. The school believes in empowering students through a broad curriculum that includes a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities, thus preparing them to be confident and capable learners. Overall, Warilla Public School seeks to provide a nurturing environment where students can grow academically and socially, and develop skills for life beyond the classroom.

At Warilla Public School, we are proud to offer a high-quality, inclusive, and well-rounded education for every student. Our commitment is to create a positive and supportive learning environment where teaching is tailored to meet each child’s unique needs.