Chalmers Road School
Outstanding education in a strong community environment
Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Chalmers Road School is a welcoming and friendly institution located in Strathfield, dedicated to providing quality education for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school aims to help students realise their full potential through innovative teaching practices delivered by a dedicated team of highly talented educators. Students enjoy a range of educational opportunities tailored to their individual needs and talents, receiving instruction in a varied and challenging curriculum.
Learning Environment
The school fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where students feel safe, happy, and valued. Close collaboration with families ensures that each child’s unique learning needs are met effectively. Classrooms are designed to accommodate individual learning styles, contributing to a positive school culture characterised by respect and mutual support.
Individualised Plans
Chalmers Road School utilises Personalised Learning and Support Plans (PLSPs) for each student, created in partnership with families to focus on their learning goals and wellbeing. This ensures that educational programs are relevant and cater to each student's abilities across the curriculum.
Key Learning Areas
Students have access to a broad range of subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Creative Arts. The school's approach integrates the New South Wales Curriculum while also emphasising life skills crucial for independence in later life. With programs such as occupational therapy, speech therapy, and functional literacy initiatives, the school prepares students for further education or vocational opportunities.
In summary, Chalmers Road School is committed to nurturing each student's growth and development, promoting a strong sense of community and inclusion.
Mission
Chalmers Road School proudly serves our Strathfield community. We offer a high-quality, Comprehensive education for Medium / High Support needs students. Support for every family. Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
Location & Catchment Area
- Chalmers Road School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Marie Bashir Public School 529 m
- B Strathfield Girls High School 687 m
- C Strathfield South High School 1.2 km
- D Strathfield South Public School 1.3 km
- E Homebush Public School 1.4 km
- F Homebush Boys High School 1.6 km
- G Enfield Public School 1.6 km
- H Burwood Public School 1.6 km
- I Homebush West Public School 2.0 km
- J Chullora Public School 2.6 km
- K Burwood Girls High School 2.9 km
- L Strathfield North Public School 2.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 79 (13 girls, 66 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 79
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1006 (percentile 50)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 36% / 22% / 26% / 16%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 114
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 89%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 44 |
| Secondary ungraded | 35 |
| Total | 79 |
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 | 79 | 13 | 66 | - | 1006 | 15.1 |
| 2024 | 78 | 14 | 64 | 88.1 | 1016 | 14.9 |
| 2023 | 77 | 13 | 64 | 86.3 | 1014 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | 75 | 13 | 62 | 84 | 1005 | 14.7 |
| 2021 | 71 | 14 | 57 | 90.4 | 1035 | 14.7 |
| 2020 | 69 | 11 | 58 | - | 1034 | 13.5 |
| 2019 | 63 | 13 | 50 | - | 1039 | 13.6 |
| 2018 | 64 | 15 | 49 | - | 1017 | 13.7 |
| 2017 | 65 | 17 | 48 | - | - | 13.6 |
| 2016 | 70 | 17 | 53 | - | - | 14.5 |
| 2015 | 65 | 16 | 49 | - | - | 13.4 |
| 2014 | 72 | 20 | 52 | - | - | 13.6 |
| 2013 | 73 | 21 | 52 | - | - | 13.5 |
| 2012 | 59 | 14 | 45 | - | - | 11.3 |
| 2011 | 59 | 15 | 44 | - | - | 11.3 |
| 2010 | 52 | 14 | 38 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2009 | 54 | 15 | 39 | - | 1045 | 9.9 |
| 2008 | 56 | 17 | 39 | - | 1045 | 9.9 |
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.