The Public Education Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing life-changing scholarships to young people in public education and enhancing the value and reputation of public schools.

The Foundation works in collaboration with schools, communities, unions, business and government to help students achieve their full potential and support teaching and learning excellence in the public education system.

OUR WORK

Public Education Foundation Scholars

Scholarships

Our life-changing  scholarships help students overcome barriers to achievement created by social and economic disadvantage. We also reward academic achievement in our public schools.

Public Education Foundation Scholars

Support

There are many ways you can help the Public Education Foundation to assist young people in public education. Your support can change a student’s life and help them realise their full potential.

Public Education Foundation Our Stories

Success Stories

Learn more about our scholarship recipients: their diverse and unique stories and how the scholarship has changed their lives.

Public Education Foundation Blog and News

News and Events

Our media releases, news articles and resource links highlight the value of public education and contribute to education-related debates and discussions

LATEST NEWS

Our media releases, news articles and resource links highlight the value of public education and contribute to education-related debates and discussions.

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This ANZAC Day, we unite to honour the courage and sacrifice of our service men and women. Let us remember their bravery and commitment to our nation, both in person and in spirit. Lest We Forget. ... See MoreSee Less
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Celebrate the incredible contributions of students, teachers, principals, parents, volunteers, and staff in our NSW public schools. Don’t miss your chance to shine a light on excellence! Nominations close on 9 May.Check out the Nomination Guide and Writing Tips on our website: hubs.li/Q03gJ50L0 ... See MoreSee Less
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96% of our scholars agreed that their scholarship was likely to make them study harder to achieve good results at school. Our scholarship applications open on 2 June. Don’t miss out — subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates and be the first to know! hubs.li/Q03gHV1N0 ... See MoreSee Less
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OUR SUPPORTERS

The Public Education Foundation is supported by a wide range of government, philanthropic, and private sector partners as well as individual donors. We thank them for their generosity.

NSW Department of Education