Merewether Heights Public School, located in the school district of Newcastle, was established in 1970. The school has always enjoyed the support and interest of the parent community. It is a friendly school where the students have made positive efforts to be cooperative and caring towards one another. The school is proud of its fine academic standards. Students are encouraged by parents and teachers to pursue learning success and to achieve to the best of their ability, and this is reflected in the school motto Strive for Excellence. The school is officially open on school days from 9.00 am to 3.25 pm. At other times, including public holidays and weekends, the school is closed. Pupils are not permitted in the school grounds outside school hours unless under the supervision of an adult who has the permission of the school principal or the Out of School Hours (OOSH) care service.

Paxton Public School is committed to providing an educational environment that is aimed at developing students, physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally to cope with our ever changing world. The school provides a curriculum that is relevant and meaningful in an atmosphere of continuous improvement. Learning programs are designed to cater for the needs of the individual so that they may reach their full potential.

Millfield Public School is a small school situated in a picturesque rural setting, 12 kilometres west of Cessnock. The school provides quality educational programs within a positive, yet challenging framework. There is a strong emphasis on the development of students' literacy and numeracy skills. Student welfare is central to all school programs. Parents and community work in close partnership with the school to resource and maintain an ideal environment for learning. Millfield Public School aims to encourage students to accept challenges, value achievements and work together for a better future.

Tanilba Bay Public School is an educational institution that serves the local community of Tanilba Bay and its surrounding areas. The school is committed to providing quality education and a nurturing environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The mission of Tanilba Bay Public School is to empower students to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. They strive to foster a love for learning, critical thinking, and creativity while promoting a strong sense of community and respect for diversity.