Holgate Public School aims to cater for the individual needs of every pupil by developing independent and responsible students in a small, friendly community based atmosphere. The school, whilst maximising student performance in the basic subject areas, places an emphasis on the performing arts and concern for the environment. The school's curriculum features: a balanced educational program; successful involvement in state, regional and local sporting activities; computer skills development with several computers in every classroom; a pupil welfare policy encompassing Learn to Swim, Road Safety, Drug Education, Child Protection and Peer Support Programs; a Health Promotion Program.