Martin's Gully Public School is situated on the southern outskirts of Armidale, with a school population of around 160 students Kindergarten to Year 6. The school enjoys a reputation as a high achieving school where strong emphasis is placed on literacy and numeracy, and where children are encouraged to take part in a wide range of creative, academic and sporting activities. The school promotes its positive, family ethos through parent participation in their children's education and an active Parents and Citizens Association. The school supports and encourages student leadership, and promotes the values of care, concern and cooperation amongst the school community.