Oatley West Public School
Oatley West Public School offers a supportive, inclusive community where every child is valued and encouraged to grow confidently through personalised learning, leadership opportunities, and a strong focus on wellbeing and academic success.
Join us for the 45th Oatley West Community Festival on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August 2026, from 10am–4pm at Oatley West Public School.
Celebrating 45 years of this much-loved community tradition, the Festival is a fun-filled weekend for the whole family, with rides, food, games, market stalls, art, entertainment, school performances and more.
Come along, enjoy the Festival atmosphere and help support our school — 100% of Festival profits go directly towards Oatley West Public School.
Visit the Community Festival website for everything you need to plan your Festival weekend.
How Oatley West Public School is inspiring excellence
Shaping Bright Futures: The journey begins here
At Oatley West Public School every child begins their learning journey with confidence, connection, and curiosity. Through engaging experiences, supportive relationships, and a focus on wellbeing, we work closely with families to ensure students feel safe, valued, and ready to thrive from their very first day at school.
Inspiring students to thrive at school and beyond
At Oatley West Public School, we nurture growth in every student- academically, socially, and emotionally. Through high-quality learning experiences, creativity, collaboration, and opportunities beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning as they grow into capable and compassionate individuals.
Building Strong Connections
At Oatley West Public School, we value strong partnerships with families and believe every child thrives when home and school work together. We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive community where every family feels connected, informed, and empowered throughout their child’s learning journey.
Discover Oatley West Public School
Take a glimpse into life at Oatley West Public School and experience our vibrant learning community. From inspiring classrooms and engaging learning opportunities to outstanding extracurricular programs and a strong sense of belonging, discover what makes Oatley West Public School a place where every child is encouraged to learn, grow and thrive.
Welcome to Oatley West Public School
'Learning to Live - Living to Learn'
Our vision is to help students thrive in a rapidly changing world. We support every child to build the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to become successful, lifelong learners. We encourage students to be resilient, embrace challenges, adapt to change and take responsibility for doing their best in everything they do.
Principal's message
Oatley West Public School – A Community Where Every Student Thrives
At Oatley West Public School, we celebrate strong academic growth nurtured within a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Our dedicated staff ensures that every child is known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
We foster a culture where children develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Personalised learning experiences empower each student to grow and succeed, catering to their unique strengths and interests.
Our school community is a vibrant and welcoming space where families are actively connected and involved. We prioritise the wellbeing and success of every student, creating a safe, caring environment where children flourish.
Through opportunities in leadership, creativity, and active participation, students build their confidence and develop essential skills that prepare them for the future.
At Oatley West Public School, we are committed to nurturing curious, confident learners who are ready to thrive, today and every day.
Paul Nash, Principal of Oatley West Public School
Quick links
Bell times
Find information about our school bell times. Learn about our start and finish times, breaks and activities.
Canteen
Explore our school canteen. View our menu, canteen opening times and learn how to order.
Parent portal
Stay connected through our parent portal apps. Use them to make a payment, for attendance matters or to book a parent-teacher interview.
Newsletters
Stay connected to Oatley West Public School through the Oatley West Lantern (OWL) newsletter.
Starting Kindergarten
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting milestone for children and families. We’re here to help make the transition a positive and welcoming experience.
Inspire- High potential and gifted education
High potential and gifted education supports students to develop their strengths, extend their thinking and reach their full potential.
Inspiring excellence at Oatley West Public School
Through innovative programs and a supportive learning environment, we support every student to develop their skills and reach their full potential.
School events calendar
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