Tanja Public School
Nestled beside the Mimosa Rocks National Park, surrounded by supportive local artisans of the Tanja community, the school is deeply involved in environmental and cultural awareness, creativity and performing arts.
Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
The Tanja Public School difference
A strong start
Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.
Growth in the classroom and beyond
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
Welcome to Tanja Public School
"Not for ourselves but for all"
est 1878
We are a small coastal school that proudly serves our Tanja and Wapengo community on the pristine Far South Coast in the Bega Valley Shire.
We offer a personable, high-quality, comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Join our school today!
Principal's message
“ I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.
We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure all students feel valued and inspired to learn.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”
Danielle McGrath, Principal of Tanja Public School
Quick links
Bell times
Our historic bell, a gift when the school was established, is rung by hand for start, finish and breaks.
Find information about our school bell times.
Parent portal
Stay connected through our parent portal app. Use is to update attendance, check the school calendar for events and stay in touch.
School bus
Find out how you can travel to our school on the Sapphire Coast Busline.
Key dates
Find term dates, school holidays and other important dates for all NSW public schools.