Douglas Park Public School is a small school of 142 pupils set in a lovely, rural environment at the foot of the Razorback Mountain range in New South Wales. Our vision is to prepare and educate students for life. Our school offers outstanding opportunities for student learning in a happy, caring and friendly atmosphere in which all students feel valued and are able to achieve to the best of their individual abilities. The school maintains close links with the local community, businesses, employers, pre-schools, after-school care providers and Camden High School. The school has dedicated, enthusiastic and experienced teachers. Our classroom programs have a strong academic focus and we also have a proud tradition of success in sport and the creative arts. We aim to strive for excellence and to implement a challenging curriculum in all learning areas. Student welfare is a high priority, with an emphasis on each child developing confidence, high self esteem and the ability to relate well with others. The warmth and smiles on the faces of children and staff at our school each day is indicative of the trust and great relationships which form the basis of our school. Our school greatly values the role of parents and caregivers in the education of their children. We encourage parents to become involved in the life of the school in classroom and school activities as well as decision making through the school P&C. We aim for students to become lifelong learners with the flexibility and resilience to flourish in an ever-changing world. Technology is regularly used as a learning tool to develop the skills needed across all learning areas. We have an interactive computer laboratory and a modern connected library as well as computers in each classroom. Douglas Park Public school is a wonderful school to come to each day. Some special features are: an 'open door' approach to parents and caregivers; spacious, attractive school grounds with our own campfire area and vegetable garden; a school choir and string ensemble led by a..