Stories and highlights

Within our school

At Fairfax Public School we provide an engaging and supportive learning environment that encourages effort and drives achievement. We celebrate learning, growth and success.

Public Speaking

Reflecting our current cohort of student strengths, developing skills in public speaking has been a key focus in recent years. High expectations in oral language form the foundation for students to develop skills and confidence in expressing themselves to an audience. We regularly announce on the local radio station 2MaxFM and this year we were represented at the state finals in the Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition in 2025.

Visual Arts

We are fortunate to access the expertise of a visual arts teacher who has given students the opportunity to develop their visual arts skill and excel. This is reflected in our success in the Currabubula Small Schools Art Show for the last three years. A first, two second's and an Encouragement Award were our results this year from four entries.

Partnering with local schools

To maximise learning opportunities, we partner with local, small schools to provide increased team, sporting (including PSSA representation), excursion and cultural opportunities.

A focus on Public Speaking has also led us to join with Bellata Public School to compete in the NSW Premier’s Debating Challenge. In our first year, the combined Bellata/Fairfax team won all four of their zone debates to become zone winners and we are exciting to see the results when participating this year.

Belonging in our community

Fairfax Public School has been the central hub of the Maules Creek community for over 100 years. It is important to our identity to support and be supported by the local community. Assisting in organisation and participation in local, community events such as ANZAC Day, Australia Day and Clean Up Australia Day are very important to us and appreciated by our community.

A year at our school

Our talented four students proudly represented Fairfax Public School at the Swimming Carnival, demonstrating excellent sportsmanship, determination, and enthusiasm as they competed against other students from Narrabri.

Our Primary School and Preschool came together to celebrate National Read to Me Week, sharing the joy of reading through engaging stories, meaningful connections, and a love of literacy. The week provided a wonderful opportunity for students and preschoolers to learn, read, and grow together.

Our Primary School and Preschool came together to celebrate the Easter Hat Parade, showcasing a wonderful display of creativity and community spirit. Family and friends were warmly invited to attend and enjoyed watching students proudly parade their colourful and imaginative Easter hats.

Students proudly participated in NarraBRIGHT, Narrabri’s annual community festival celebrating creativity, connection, and local talent through spectacular light displays, art, music, and interactive experiences. Their involvement showcased our school’s commitment to community engagement and artistic expression.