Forrest Primary School

Forrest, ACT 2603

School Type

Government

Gender

Coeducational

Tuition Fees

N/A

Levels

KinderPrimary

Contact Information

Website

www.forrestps.act.edu.au/

forrestps@ed.act.edu.au

Phone

02 6142 1470

Subject Ratings

Mathematics

3.0

English

3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Forrest Primary School?

Forrest Primary School is a Government, Coeducational school in Forrest, ACT, offering Kinder, Primary year levels.

Is Forrest Primary School a public or private school?

Forrest Primary School is a public school. It is government-funded and part of the ACT public education system, so it is generally free for local students to attend, aside from voluntary contributions and levies.

How many students attend Forrest Primary School?

Forrest Primary School has approximately 540 enrolled students (277 boys and 263 girls).

Where is Forrest Primary School located?

Forrest Primary School is located at Hobart Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603 Australia, Forrest, ACT, 2603.

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