Gymea North Public School achieves its mission of 'Achieving Excellence for All Students' through focusing on explicit and systematic teaching within a framework of continuous assessment of learning and teaching. The core values of the school are aligned to the state and national values of care, fairness, democracy, integrity, responsibility, cooperation, participation and excellence. Established in 1967, the school is situated in the Sutherland Shire in Sydney's southern suburbs and provides quality education for 320 children who live in and around Gymea. The spacious parklike playground encourages active play in a safe and ecologically sustainable environment. Students consistently achieve outstanding academic results that are well above the national and state benchmarks in all curriculum areas. Gymea North's well deserved reputation as a leader in enhancing student performance is a result of the dedication of the staff and the support each individual receives to attain their personal best. The provision of oportunities for Gifted and Talented students to participate in enrichment programs in literacy, numeracy, sport and creative and performing arts is matched by programs to support students with additional learning needs. The school sport, dance, band and choir programs are recognised as among the best and most successful in the local area, with many children achieving selection in Zone, Regional and State sports and performance groups. Strong student welfare systems aid in the social development of all children at our school. The consistent and well defined welfare and discipline policy has been developed in consultation with the community and receives their full support. Peer mediation, mini mates and a strong Kids' Council provide a valued student perspective to school activities. The school enjoys an active partnership with its community where parent input into the school decision making process is encouraged. In turn, the Gymea North community provides exceptional and valued support for school programs..