Palm Avenue School
We create a supportive environment for every child to thrive.
Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Palm Avenue School is part of the NSW Centre for Effective Reading, a collaboration between the NSW Department of Education and NSW Health. This initiative aims to support students in rural and remote areas of New South Wales who are experiencing complex reading difficulties. The Centre offers a range of services designed to enhance the educational experience of these students, including direct assessment, intervention services, and professional development for teachers.
Educational Support
The school focuses on providing tailored reading intervention support for students with identified reading challenges. It complements existing reading programs within schools, ensuring that students who are not making expected progress receive additional assistance. This approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and research to meet the diverse needs of students.
Community Collaboration
Palm Avenue School values strong partnerships with families and local communities. The collaborative effort among teachers, speech pathologists, and psychologists fosters an environment where student voices are heard, and learning plans are co-designed to suit individual needs. Respect for the unique experiences of rural and remote communities is integral to the school's ethos.
Commitment to Excellence
The school is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere for all students, encouraging curiosity, respect, and teamwork. With high expectations for both students and staff, Palm Avenue School strives to empower learners, helping them achieve their potential in reading and beyond.
Mission
We empower students and their communities through the transformative journey of learning to read.
Location & Catchment Area
- Palm Avenue School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Redbank School 301 m
- B The Childrens Hospital School 615 m
- C Toongabbie East Public School 744 m
- D Westmead Public School 845 m
- E Bayanami Public School 1.7 km
- F Darcy Road Public School 1.8 km
- G Parramatta North Public School 1.8 km
- H Northmead Public School 1.9 km
- I Parramatta High School 2.0 km
- J Wentworthville Public School 2.0 km
- K Northmead Creative and Performing Arts High School 2.1 km
- L Pendle Hill High School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.6
Enrolments by grade (2009)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 17 |
| Secondary ungraded | 1 |
| Total | 18 |
Year by year
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | - | - | - | - | 16.7 |
| 2024 | - | - | - | - | 16.7 |
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | 16.9 |
| 2022 | - | - | - | - | 8.2 |
| 2021 | - | - | - | - | 8.3 |
| 2020 | - | - | - | - | 8.2 |
| 2019 | - | - | - | - | 8.2 |
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | 6.7 |
| 2017 | - | - | - | - | 6.4 |
| 2016 | - | - | - | - | 6.2 |
| 2015 | - | - | - | - | 6.2 |
| 2014 | - | - | - | - | 6.2 |
| 2013 | - | - | - | - | 6.2 |
| 2012 | - | - | - | - | 6.2 |
| 2010 | - | - | - | 1048 | - |
| 2009 | 18 | 5 | 13 | 1003 | 6.7 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1003 | 5.8 |