Box Hill Public School is a co-ed government primary in Box Hill NSW that combines pastoral care with progressive, inquiry-led learning.
Box Hill Public School is a co-ed government primary in Box Hill NSW that combines pastoral care with progressive, inquiry-led learning. The school runs a gifted education program for high-potential students and offers additional learning support for those who need it. Suited to families wanting a nurturing environment where children learn through exploration and questioning, with tailored support across the ability range.
Box Hill Public School is also known as BHPS and BHPS Box Hill.
Box Hill Public School draws students from the Box Hill PS.
Box Hill Public School is a small government primary school with approximately 271 students. It offers education for years K-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Box Hill Public School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Box Hill Public School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. This is above the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 14% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 91%, which is moderate.
Box Hill Public School is located in Box Hill, NSW, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1123 (90th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is above average, families tend to have higher education and income levels. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.