About the school
Heathcote Public School is located in southern Sydney, adjacent to the picturesque Heathcote and Royal National Parks. Currently, the school caters to 297 students, with 11% from a language background other than English, organised into 13 mainstream classes and one AU support class. The school boasts a blend of experienced and early career teachers who work collaboratively to foster a dynamic, safe, and caring environment. Here, every student is valued, nurtured, and challenged to achieve individual excellence through a balanced curriculum framework.
The school offers a range of well-developed opportunities in performing arts and sports, supported by an extensive extra-curricular programme. Quality welfare practices are a priority, bolstered by strong partnerships with parents and the wider community. The school’s motto, "Success follows effort," encapsulates its ethos, emphasising that personal achievement is directly linked to the effort put forth by students.
In addition to core academic subjects, Heathcote Public School provides diverse enrichment programs for gifted and talented students, alongside a robust Learning and Support programme for those requiring additional assistance. Parents and the community are integral to the school's mission, ensuring a collaborative approach towards student growth and success. Heathcote Public School creates an inclusive environment, welcoming students from all backgrounds and cultures, and is committed to preparing them for a bright future through education.
Mission
At Heathcote Public School, we are dedicated to achieving excellence in student growth and achievement. Our primary goal is to offer engaging, high-quality teaching and learning experiences for our students within a supportive and positive learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Heathcote Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Heathcote High School 816 m
- B Heathcote East Public School 1.3 km
- C Engadine Public School 2.6 km
- D Engadine High School 2.9 km
- E Engadine West Public School 3.1 km
- F Yarrawarrah Public School 3.8 km
- G Marton Public School 4.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 273 (144 girls, 129 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 273
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1056 (percentile 71)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 12% / 33% / 33% / 22%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 62
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Year 1 | 36 |
| Year 2 | 45 |
| Year 3 | 36 |
| Year 4 | 43 |
| Year 5 | 37 |
| Year 6 | 41 |
| Total | 273 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 273 | 144 | 129 | - | 1056 | 16.6 |
| 2024 | 302 | 159 | 143 | 90.7 | 1060 | 17.7 |
| 2023 | 334 | 169 | 165 | 90.9 | 1058 | 18.9 |
| 2022 | 320 | 159 | 161 | 88.6 | 1064 | 17.3 |
| 2021 | 321 | 162 | 159 | 94.6 | 1054 | 17.3 |
| 2020 | 323 | 156 | 167 | - | 1057 | 17.3 |
| 2019 | 338 | 176 | 162 | 94.6 | 1052 | 18.4 |
| 2018 | 339 | 173 | 166 | 94.1 | 1045 | 18.2 |
| 2017 | 317 | 163 | 154 | 94.2 | 1053 | 16.7 |
| 2016 | 301 | 154 | 147 | 94.9 | 1043 | 16.6 |
| 2015 | 291 | 157 | 134 | 95.3 | 1051 | 15.2 |
| 2014 | 305 | 163 | 142 | 95.5 | 1049 | 16.2 |
| 2013 | 309 | 161 | 148 | 96 | 1040 | 16.4 |
| 2012 | 275 | 142 | 133 | 96.1 | 1038 | 13.8 |
| 2011 | 273 | 137 | 136 | 95.7 | 1033 | 13.8 |
| 2010 | 269 | 127 | 142 | - | 1033 | 13.8 |
| 2009 | 271 | 130 | 141 | - | 1074 | 13.8 |
| 2008 | 275 | 129 | 146 | - | 1074 | 14.8 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.