Why choose Fingal Head?

Located in the heart of Fingal Head, our Kindergarten to Year 6 co-educational school offers a caring and comprehensive primary education. As part of the strong NSW public school system, we proudly welcome students and families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

At Fingal Head Public School, our vision is to create a school where every child feels happy, safe and inspired to learn. We are proud to be an inclusive and culturally respectful community, located on the land of the Minjungbal Nganduwal People of the Bundjalung Nation. Respect for Country and pride in culture are at the heart of our learning and our community.

We believe that all students should have the opportunity to discover their strengths and passions. Through high-quality, evidence-based teaching and a supportive environment, we nurture curiosity, confidence and creativity.

Our students are encouraged to be active learners who set goals, take ownership of their learning and grow into capable, compassionate young people.

Our school values are: Safe, Respectful, Active Learners.

Together with families and the wider community, we strive to provide an education that balances academic excellence with wellbeing, cultural pride and respect. By celebrating each child’s uniqueness, we prepare our students not only for success at school, but for a future where they contribute positively to their community and the world.

Student success

At Fingal Head, families can access a high-quality, low-cost education that helps every child to thrive. Our students succeed in their learning, shine in competitions and carry their skills confidently into life.

Our student success looks like:

• developing a love of reading, writing and problem-solving
• striving for personal improvement and celebrating growth in learning
• building confidence through public speaking, leadership and performance opportunities

• showing respect for culture, Country and community in everyday school life
• actively caring for the environment through outdoor learning and sustainability projects
• contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive school community.

A world of opportunities

Our students enjoy a wide variety of programs designed to help them flourish. With opportunities in STEM, sport, the creative arts and more, they are encouraged to explore, question and think deeply.

Our students have access to:

• small class settings that foster personalised teaching and strong relationships
• wellbeing programs promoting resilience, respect and inclusion for all students
• a wide variety of subjects taught through evidence-based, engaging approaches
• leadership opportunities through school roles, team responsibilities and buddy partnerships

• participation in local and regional competitions in academics and sport
• specialist music lessons every week for all K–6 students
• excursions to local beaches, cultural sites and community events
• incursions connecting students with artists, Elders and local experts
• outdoor learning in our natural environment, including sustainability and care for Country projects.

Tailored learning support

Each child’s learning journey is unique. We provide a range of supports to meet individual needs, including programs for high potential and gifted students, targeted help for additional needs or disability, and wellbeing support. At Fingal Head, we make sure every child has the chance to succeed and grow. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.

We offer students:

• student learning support officers (SLSOs) providing in-class support

• targeted literacy and numeracy programs delivered by an experienced teacher

• teaching and learning adjustments across the curriculum to meet individual needs

• extension opportunities for students needing extra challenge
• wellbeing and counselling support for students and families
• cultural programs and support that honour and embed Aboriginal perspectives
• transition support to help students settle confidently into new stages of school.

A welcoming community

Our school is a caring community where children from every background feel safe, respected and included. We value fairness and celebrate diversity, helping every child to grow with confidence and pride in who they are. We prepare our students to be compassionate, capable and ready to contribute to the world.

We create a welcoming community by:

• supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
• celebrating cultural events and days of significance, including Harmony Week and NAIDOC Week

• embedding respect for Country and Aboriginal perspectives in everyday learning
• creating inclusive school events where all families feel welcome and involved
• promoting kindness, respect and fairness so every child feels they belong.