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Forrest Primary School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Forrest Primary School is a government primary school in Forrest, ACT, for K–6. It had 479 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Forrest Primary School

Forrest, ACT 2603

Government
Co-Ed
Primary
Years
K–6
Primary
Students
479
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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An international school fostering compassionate, knowledgeable global citizens through engaging educational programmes.

Situated in the National Parliamentary Triangle, the school offers an inquiry-based curriculum, focusing on individualised learning. Programs include support for students with diverse linguistic backgrounds and emphasis on student welfare through Restorative Practice, enriching the educational experience.

School Overview

Key information about Forrest Primary School

School overview facts
School typePrimarySectorGovernment
Year levelsK–6Enrolments479
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:14.8
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary
Year levelsK–6
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments479
Teacher–student ratio1:14.8
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.05352021: 528 students · K–620212022: 535 students · K–620222023: 511 students · K–620232024: 476 students · K–620242025: 479 students · K–62025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
251(52.4%)
Girls
228(47.6%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
46%
English only
54%
Not stated
0%

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Forrest Primary School

9 Hobart Avenue, Forrest, ACT 2603

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