Student opportunities and activities
At Artarmon Public School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.
Our programs include:
- school sport, athletics and inter-school competitions
- creative and performing arts groups and showcases
- excursions and incursions
- public speaking and debating
- lunchtime and interest-based clubs such as chess and gardening
- student leadership opportunities including our Student Representative Council
- activities that support high potential and gifted learners.
Student Leadership Podcast
The Kindness Project is a student led initiative inspired by our 2025 student leaders’ passion to create authentic, positive change within our school community.
After reading The Kindness Project by Deborah Abela, our leaders were motivated to develop a podcast that would resonate with all grade levels and extend kindness messages throughout the wider school community.
This inspiring initiative culminated in a special Kindness Day, where we raised funds to commission a vibrant school mural celebrating kindness. The project also produced a heartfelt video that brought the entire school together to share and spread the message of kindness.
Join us on this journey—follow or listen to our podcast episodes wherever you get your podcasts:
Some extra-curricular highlights
Music programs
Discover the joy of music at our school! Our amazing music program offer students the chance to explore a variety of instruments, develop their skills, and express their creativity. Our program consists of 4 concert bands, 1 jazz band, 1 school orchestra, 4 strings ensembles and 3 guitar ensembles, with more than 300 students participating.
Sporting opportunities
Our school offers a wide range of sporting opportunities to engage students of all skill levels. These include participation in PSSA knockout teams, where students can compete at a higher level against other schools, as well as various in-school programs designed to develop skills and promote fitness. Additionally, in later years, students have the chance to take part in PSSA gala days, providing a fun and social environment to enjoy team sports and build school spirit.
Creative and performing arts
Our drama, music and art programs help students be creative and express themselves. They can join in concerts, art shows and drama activities.
Critical and creative thinking
Our school fosters critical and creative thinking through a variety of enriching opportunities such as Tournament of the Minds, where students collaborate to solve complex challenges. We also offer participation in the Maths Olympiad to develop advanced problem-solving skills, alongside a vibrant chess club that encourages strategic thinking and concentration. These programs, along with many others, inspire students to think innovatively and confidently across all areas of learning.
Debating and Public Speaking
Our school provides excellent opportunities for students to develop their debating and public speaking skills. In senior years we have debating teams that participate in debating competitions against other schools. Public speaking is also integrated into classroom activities, helping students build confidence and effective communication skills. Additionally, we host school-wide public speaking competition, offering a supportive platform for students to showcase their talents and grow as confident speakers.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.