Cairnsfoot School

Sydney, Australia

  • Day School

  • 1955

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • Australian

School History & Details

Many of the pupils at Cairnsfoot School, a public school for students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, also have physical challenges and autism spectrum disorders. There are now 107 students enrolled in 17 courses at Cairnsfoot School, which serves children in Kindergarten to Year 12. The institution opened its doors in 1955.

    School Values

  • Empowerment through partnership
  • Data‑driven quality teaching
  • Inclusion & agency
School Achievements

Achievements

Lane of excellence: Annual self‑assessment against the NSW School Excellence Framework demonstrates strength in learning, teaching, and leadership, especially in expanding community access . Enhanced community inclusion: Notable increase in students participating in off-site community programs, reflecting practical application of skills . Investment in capacity: Over A$30 k in staff professional learning and QTSS releases support strategic priorities—data practices, coaching, assessment frameworks .
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Holistic support services: Multi-disciplinary support through therapy, social skills training, communication (e.g., LAMP), and structured living skills . Parent/carer capacity building: Training programs to help families navigate NDIS, community inclusion, and communication systems (e.g., LAMP home use) . Vibrant school culture: Diverse (80% non‑English speaking) community engagement, strong welfare and staff cohesion, and child‑centred inclusive ethos .

School Information

Cairnsfoot School Campus is based at 58A Francis Ave, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216, Australia. 

Lesley Bruce

Link

02 9567 6196

58A Francis Ave, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216, Australia

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • History
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • English

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