Cessnock Public School

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Telephone02 4990 1652

Emailcessnock-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

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Located in the heart of the Hunter Valley with a long history, providing education in Cessnock for 165 years. We acknowledge the traditional custodians and heritage of this land which served as a pathway for the Darkijung, Wonnarua and Awabakal people.

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The best education money can’t buy

29 Feb 2024

For 175 years NSW public schools have prepared the children of today to succeed and build better communities for tomorrow. Across almos...

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Day One at CPS

31 Jan 2022

Only one more sleep! We're so excited to be welcoming our returning students and new families to CPS tomorrow. Click the link below for...

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The best education money can’t buy

29 Feb 2024

For 175 years NSW public schools have prepared the children of today to succeed and build better communities for tomorrow. Across almos...

Day One at CPS

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Day One at CPS

31 Jan 2022

Only one more sleep! We're so excited to be welcoming our returning students and new families to CPS tomorrow. Click the link below for...

Kindergarten 2025

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09 Apr 2024

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The best education money can’t buy

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Day One at CPS

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Chilldren's University Learning Lunch

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Inclusive Sports Carnival

04 Jun 2025

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GRIP Leadership Conference

29 May 2025

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We're off to a flying start

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Craft with love

21 Feb 2025

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Cessnock Public School is a proud member of the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools. Staff and students work together to create a safe, happy and healthy atmosphere where we can all grow and learn together, improving student outcomes.

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Our school lies on the historic meeting grounds of three proud Aboriginal Nations - the Awabakal, the Darkinjung and the Wonnarua. We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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