Arncliffe Public School serves a diverse community south of the Cooks River in Sydney. The core values of the school are: we believe that participation and trying our best is success; our school motto is loyalty and truth; we are responsible and active learners; we respect everyone's right to be safe and happy; we care about our community and environment; we work together as at team; everyone has a say; we are a proud school community. Arncliffe Public school is a place of learning that values the unique characteristics and cultural background of each student. We have a shared vision, which encourages and supports every student to gain the academic, social, emotional, physical and technological skills necessary to reach his or her potential. Our aim as a school is to provide a diverse education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, motivation and excellence in learning. We believe in providing quality educational programs leading to positive outcomes for all students. From Kindergarten to Year 6, students participate in activities that build on solid Literacy and Numeracy foundations in the early years to becoming self directed learners, able to identify issues, pose questions, synthesise ideas and develop solutions to problems. As well as the core academic program we provide support for the spiritual, moral, aesthetic and cultural development of all students. Arncliffe PS is characterised by: a caring, competent and committed staff; strong community involvement and support; emphasis on basic skills and quality teaching; a highly regarded public speaking program; a languages program which ensures all students learn a second language and high expectations of all students. We cater to the needs of the students through our gifted and talented programs; ESL (English as a second language) programs; reading recovery program; individual education plans for students with special learning needs; comprehensive debating program; junior and senior choir; performing arts program; participation in..