Dudley Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Dudley Public School aims to foster a happy, vibrant, and caring environment, enabling students to grow and develop to their full potential. The school focuses on creating effective lifelong learners and self-directed individuals who take pride in their achievements. With well-trained teachers who have a strong understanding of outcomes-based education, the school provides interesting programs that cater to various student learning styles.
Curriculum Priorities
The curriculum prioritises literacy, numeracy, and technology, setting a solid foundation for all other learning areas. Dudley Public School is committed to facilitating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to succeed. The school offers a comprehensive and diverse educational experience from Kindergarten to Year 6, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Community and Extracurricular Activities
Dudley Public School prides itself on its strong collaborative culture and authentic partnerships within the school community, dedicated to improving student learning and wellbeing. The school provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering personal growth and development across various fields. This inclusive approach enables students to explore their interests and talents, further enhancing their educational experience at the school.
Moreover, the leadership of Dudley Public School emphasises strong home-school connections, recognising the importance of regular communication and engagement in enriching students’ educational journeys. This commitment to fostering a culture of shared responsibility leads to an environment where families feel included and valued as part of the school community.
Mission
To facilitate a supportive and inclusive high-performance environment which develops a community of lifelong learners who celebrate success through holding high expectations and continually aspire for improvement, innovation and excellence.
Location & Catchment Area
- Dudley Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Whitebridge High School 2.0 km
- B Charlestown East Public School 2.3 km
- C Hunter Sports High School 2.4 km
- D Wiripaang Public School 2.4 km
- E Redhead Public School 2.5 km
- F Kahibah Public School 2.7 km
- G Charlestown Public School 3.2 km
- H Lakeside School 3.6 km
- I Charlestown South Public School 3.6 km
- J Windale Public School 3.6 km
- K Jewells Primary School 4.0 km
- L Mount Hutton Public School 4.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 245 (135 girls, 110 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 245
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1095 (percentile 83)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 11% / 18% / 28% / 44%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 36
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 8%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 30 |
| Year 1 | 35 |
| Year 2 | 38 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 37 |
| Year 5 | 39 |
| Year 6 | 29 |
| Total | 245 |
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 | 245 | 135 | 110 | - | 1095 | 14 |
| 2024 | 248 | 132 | 116 | 92.4 | 1104 | 14.1 |
| 2023 | 273 | 149 | 124 | 92.8 | 1091 | 15.2 |
| 2022 | 272 | 137 | 135 | 89.9 | 1105 | 14.4 |
| 2021 | 272 | 129 | 143 | 93.4 | 1094 | 14.4 |
| 2020 | 254 | 123 | 131 | - | 1100 | 14.4 |
| 2019 | 262 | 121 | 141 | 93.1 | 1091 | 14.4 |
| 2018 | 282 | 135 | 147 | 94.4 | 1072 | 14.4 |
| 2017 | 268 | 125 | 143 | 94.3 | 1089 | 14.3 |
| 2016 | 262 | 127 | 135 | 94.1 | 1086 | 14.2 |
| 2015 | 266 | 130 | 136 | 95.3 | 1095 | 14.1 |
| 2014 | 257 | 122 | 135 | 96 | 1105 | 14 |
| 2013 | 272 | 131 | 141 | 95.2 | 1092 | 14 |
| 2012 | 247 | 117 | 130 | 95.3 | 1052 | 12.6 |
| 2011 | 245 | 114 | 131 | 94.6 | 1043 | 12.6 |
| 2010 | 234 | 114 | 120 | - | 1049 | 12.6 |
| 2009 | 203 | 95 | 108 | - | 1084 | 11.6 |
| 2008 | 213 | 94 | 119 | - | 1084 | 11.6 |
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.