About Us

Burnside Public School is situated in a busy residential suburb but is set in spacious and attractive grounds. The school community prides itself on providing a happy, caring and friendly environment in a "small school atmosphere" in which all students feel welcome, interrelate well with all school members and are able to achieve to the best of their individual abilities.

While focussing on the basics, the school has a high standard of academic, artistic and sporting achievements. The school acknowledges different learning styles and individual rates of development. Student welfare is a high priority with the emphasis on providing positive reinforcement to develop confidence and high self esteem in all students whatever their level of ability.

Mission Statement

"To provide a quality education in a quality learning environment."

This will be achieved by providing a happy, caring and stimulating learning environment where enthusiastic and well informed teachers work in co-operation with parents and the local community towards the academic, social and moral development of its students.

Emphasis will be placed on a thorough teaching of the basics of education along with the development of self esteem, self confidence, the value of inter-personal relationships and the necessity for acceptable moral/behavioural standards.

Burnside Public School Offers:

  • A friendly, caring atmosphere for children
  • Close student / teacher relationship
  • A "small school" environment
  • Dedicated, hard working and experienced teachers
  • Close relationship with neighbouring private schools
  • A positive approach to learning
  • Motivation provided by praise and awards
  • A good "all round" education with emphasis on the basics
  • An "open door" approach to parents
  • Plenty of scope for parent involvement and participation
  • Computers in every classroom
  • Large playing fields
  • School based K-6 daily fitness program
  • Assembly hall for students and visiting performances
  • Well resourced library
  • Inter-school sports for Primary students
  • Before and After School Care, provided by trained staff, on the school grounds