Mortlake Public School was established in 1887. It serves an established residential community with a school population of 354 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school has a highly respected reputation as well as a proud tradition of excellence and all round student performance. The school offers an extensive and broad education with high standards of literacy and numeracy which compliments a balanced curriculum. Our excellent music program has an enviable reputation throughout the wider community. The school achieves exemplary results in debating, public speaking, sporting events and performing arts.

Mortlake Public School is committed to providing rich programs to develop skills in critical thinking, problem solving,
communication, collaboration and technology to enable all students to reach their full potential educationally, socially and emotionally. The school has 52% of its students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) who require additional support to assist them to develop English language proficiency. All staff are committed professionals who place student learning at the centre of all professional learning and practice.
The parents and families of Mortlake Public School are partners in learning, with the community being actively involved in key aspects of decision making and are valued contributors to many aspects of school life.
Teachers, parents and students work collaboratively to ensure school is a safe, inclusive and happy place to be.