Travel to school
Planning your school travel is easy. There are a range of safe transport options to get to our school. Check our location map, driving details and public transport options to help make the journey to school safe and easy.
Location map
We are located at 7 Melwood Ave, NSW 2087 Forestville.
Use School Finder to confirm if you live in our local intake area.
Catching public transport
Public transport is a great way to safely get to and from school.
Catching a bus
There are two bus routes that drop directly to Forestville Public School, both in the morning and the afternoon with Forest Coach Lines. The routes can be found on the Forest Coach Lines website Forestville Public School | CDC NSW
Apply for a travel pass
Eligible students can get a free travel pass under the School Student Transport Scheme. Apply for a travel pass today.
Riding a bike
Bikes can be ridden to school by students from Years 3-6. Parent must ensure the bikes are in sound working order and that their child wears an appropriate safety helmet. Students must 'walk' their bikes through the school grounds. Bikes can be stored in the bike racks at school near the Library.
Driving and parking
The start and end of the school day are busy times for pedestrians and drivers outside schools.
When driving and parking near our school, please:
- ensure you park safely in school zones
- follow speed signs
- do not make U-turns or 3-point turns outside the school.
Parking on school grounds
Parents are requested not to park on school grounds. Please contact us if your child has a disability or an injury that impacts their movement.
Need help getting to school?
If your child has a disability or additional needs, they may be eligible for the Assisted School Travel Program. Contact us to learn more or get help planning your child's journey to school.
Bell times
Learn about our start and finish times, breaks and activities.
Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.