Avalon Public School's 75th Anniversary
We are proud to celebrate 75 years of Avalon Public School. Since its establishment on May 26, 1951, our school has supported and inspired generations of leaders, thinkers and innovators. As we mark this Diamond Jubilee, we reflect on our rich history and look ahead with excitement to a bright future.
Save the date!
We are turning 75 and it is time to celebrate!
This milestone is a tribute to the generations of families, educators, and children who’ve been part of our journey. Whether you are a current family or a cherished alumni, we warmly invite you to be part of this special celebration.
We would love to hear from anyone who attended Avalon Public School back in the day, memorabilia, photos, stories, or keepsakes…please email them to avalon-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Let’s make this celebration unforgettable. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Avalon Public School, 75 Years of Happiness Through Helping
Avalon Alumni
Official Avalon Public School Opening 1951
This photo shows pupils marching south along Old Barrenjoey Road through the shopping centre to the school on official opening day 26 May 1951. Woolworths now occupy the site of the Avalon Milk Bar and General Store on the north-east corner of the intersection with Avalon Parade. The teacher is probably Mr Jim Lane.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
The first school building of Avalon Public School late in 1950 after 66 pupils from Newport Public School, who had travelled from all points north of Newport to get to school, became the first pupils of the new Avalon Public School. Doss McGuire, with the white hair, was the headmaster’s wife who taught Kindergarten to 3rd grade in one half of the building. Much-loved teacher Bonnie Kissen stands behind Doss wearing sunglasses.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
Here is Mr McGuire. He is standing in the quagmire in 1949 after heavy rains caused a delay in assembly of the first demountable. Behind the grader is Old Barrenjoey Road leading south and the picture is taken from Sanders Lane.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
Around 1952 the first 2 buildings with the flagpole gifted by A.J.Small are well established. The beginnings of the open-air theatre is visible above the roof of the first class room and the ‘Activity Room’ which also served as a dressing room for the actors etc. further to the right. Sanders Lane has just been formalised.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
The first page of the attendance book showing some of the 66 students who left Newport Public School to attend the new school in Avalon Beach in August 1950.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
The school captain Jim Small in 1956 is lighting ’the flame’ when they held their own version of the Olympic Games.
Photo and information from the Avalon Beach Historical Society written by Geoff Searl
