The school has a wonderful group of students and families that reflects cultural diversity, as many students are children of people studying at UNSW. Student numbers are stable as a result of continued excellence in education with an experienced and dedicated staff. We have a School Band, Choir and an extensive Physical Education programme. We have specialist Support Teachers for Learning Difficulties, English as a Second Language and a Teacher Librarian. We have a well resourced library with an advanced computer lab. Rainbow Street Public School has before and after school and vacation care on site. We also have community language teachers offering Swedish, Chinese, Italian and Greek language classes outside of school hours.

Students are supported and nurtured through our student welfare system. We pride ourselves on a culture of caring within a harmonious environment. The school grounds are extensively grassed with sports facilities, native gardens and shade areas.

Rainbow Street Public School has four small classes of students with special needs who make up our support unit.

Learning is inherently valued and is an enjoyable experience in ever increasing high-tech classrooms. Parent involvement and participation is valued and parents are encouraged to participate in their child's education; community support is growing.