The Waitara Public School difference
A strong start
From their very first day, every child at Waitara is welcomed into a community that already knows how to make them feel at home. With over 50 cultures represented in our school, there is a very good chance someone here shares your child's background, language, and story.
Growth in the classroom and beyond
At Waitara, learning does not stop at the classroom door. Through Project Based Learning, STEM, the creative arts, sport, and real-world community projects, our students develop the skills, confidence, and curiosity that stay with them long after primary school.
Support for every family
At Waitara, you are never navigating your child's education alone. Our teachers and wellbeing team work closely with families to understand each child as an individual, and to build the right support around them, whether that means extension and challenge, additional learning support, or simply a trusted adult who knows your child well.
Welcome to Waitara Public School
The Waitara Way is built on four foundations: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, and Personal Best. These are not just words on a wall. They shape how our students treat each other, approach challenges, and show up every day.
We are proud to serve the Wahroonga community, offering a rich and comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students across 52 cultural backgrounds. Come and see what makes us different.
Principal's message
Welcome to Waitara Public School, one of Sydney's most vibrant and culturally rich learning communities.
With more than 940 students from over 50 cultural backgrounds, and two Opportunity Classes within our Kindergarten to Year 6 school, Waitara is a place where genuine intellectual challenge and deep care for the whole child sit side by side. That balance is something we are proud of, and it is something our families tell us they feel from the moment they walk through our gates.
We believe the best learning happens when children feel genuinely known. That is why our teachers don't just teach curriculum, they build relationships, notice potential, and create the conditions for every student to stretch beyond what they thought they were capable of. We challenge our students through Project Based Learning, the creative arts, STEM, and a culture of curiosity and collaboration. We also invest deeply in their wellbeing, because we know that a child who feels safe and connected learns better, and grows into a more confident human being.
Our community is one of our greatest strengths. The diversity of cultures, languages, and perspectives in our school enriches every classroom, every playground conversation, and every shared celebration. We work in close partnership with families, because we know that the connection between home and school is one of the most powerful forces in a child's education.
To every family considering Waitara, whether you are new to Australia or have been part of this community for generations, whether your child needs extension and challenge or additional learning support, you will find a school that sees your child as an individual, and a team of educators who genuinely care about what happens next for them.
I look forward to welcoming you.
Dany Fitzgerald Principal, Waitara Public School
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