Londonderry Public School is set in a rural area on the outskirts of Western Sydney at the foot of the Blue Mountains. It is located in the small village of Londonderry, nine km south of Richmond enroute to Penrith. Almost 200 students, spread across eight classes, enjoy a family atmosphere where they are nurtured and encouraged to strive for better things in every aspect of their schooling. All students are focusing on learning and participating, safely and respectfully. The school enjoys strong support through an active P&C and is involved in many community groups and initiatives. In 2009 the school celebrated 75 years of quality education where it was evident in historical records that the school has been central to the life of the community. The school enjoys spacious play areas where teams are often found training for one of the many sports events they successfully contest throughout the year. Whilst the character of a row of older buildings is preserved, the classrooms are being modernised with latest technology with all class rooms effectively using electronic whiteboards. Extra Curricular activities include choir, dance, guitar, recorder, keyboard, debating, public speaking, student representative council, sport, tennis and environmental activities. From BER (Building Education Revolution), a modern Administration/Library block has been built in 2010. A new hall will also be completed early 2011, funded by the sale of school land. The school's academic focus currently is numeracy. National Partnership funding has enabled enhanced classroom practices with very pleasing student progress measured and recorded by the Federal government over the year. The school's aim is for every child to reach his or her individual potential academically, physically and socially. We are committed to a set of shared values which include ensuring quality teaching and learning, catering for and respecting the individual, encouraging and recognising individual and group achievements and building relationships within the..