About the school
Kirrawee Public School is located on over 3 hectares of well-maintained grounds, creating a pleasant and inspiring learning environment. The school prioritises student welfare, with a focus on fostering competent, confident, and happy individuals. Its core values—Respect, Responsibility, Excellence, Cooperation, and Fair Go—underscore the commitment to empowering students as they navigate a complex society. Kirrawee Public School emphasises the importance of Literacy and Numeracy, combining essential skills with modern technologies and traditional values.
The school's mission, 'Everything we do is for the benefit of children', reflects its dedication to creating informed citizens and harmonious communities. Kirrawee Public School offers a comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6, encouraging students through a rich variety of curricular programs. It provides tailored support for high potential and gifted learners, enabling them to unlock their potential in academics, the arts, leadership, and sports.
The inclusive environment at Kirrawee Public School ensures that every learner receives comprehensive care and support, fostering a sense of safety and belonging. Engaging programs such as technology lessons in a specifically designed Makerspace Hub, music lessons with qualified instructors, and diverse extracurricular opportunities contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. The school's commitment to community engagement and inclusivity prepares students to become confident, well-rounded global citizens, ready to face the challenges of the future.
Mission
At Kirrawee Public School we believe that every student should be challenged to reach their full potential in an inclusive, positive and supportive environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kirrawee Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gymea Technology High School 667 m
- B Kirrawee High School 1.2 km
- C Sutherland North Public School 1.2 km
- D Gymea North Public School 1.3 km
- E Bates Drive School 1.4 km
- F Gymea Bay Public School 1.6 km
- G Jannali East Public School 1.7 km
- H Sutherland Public School 1.7 km
- I Minerva School 1.7 km
- J Port Hacking High School 1.8 km
- K Miranda Public School 1.8 km
- L The Jannali High School 1.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 326 (169 girls, 157 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 326
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1050 (percentile 68)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 16% / 29% / 30% / 24%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 58
- Indigenous students
- 6%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 32%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 48 |
| Year 1 | 47 |
| Year 2 | 48 |
| Year 3 | 52 |
| Year 4 | 57 |
| Year 5 | 47 |
| Year 6 | 27 |
| Total | 326 |
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 | 326 | 169 | 157 | - | 1050 | 21.1 |
| 2024 | 313 | 167 | 146 | 91.4 | 1047 | 21.1 |
| 2023 | 326 | 171 | 155 | 91.6 | 1040 | 21.1 |
| 2022 | 315 | 164 | 151 | 88.1 | 1050 | 19.9 |
| 2021 | 302 | 162 | 140 | 92.5 | 1033 | 18.9 |
| 2020 | 288 | 151 | 137 | - | 1030 | 19.8 |
| 2019 | 259 | 129 | 130 | 94 | 1026 | 17.5 |
| 2018 | 247 | 117 | 130 | 93.6 | 1016 | 16.3 |
| 2017 | 221 | 97 | 124 | 94 | 1023 | 15.5 |
| 2016 | 237 | 96 | 141 | 93.6 | 1023 | 15.8 |
| 2015 | 226 | 89 | 137 | 94.2 | 1009 | 14.6 |
| 2014 | 226 | 93 | 133 | 94.5 | 1018 | 15 |
| 2013 | 215 | 89 | 126 | 94 | 1007 | 15 |
| 2012 | 234 | 106 | 128 | 93.3 | 1006 | 15.6 |
| 2011 | 242 | 117 | 125 | 94.3 | 1003 | 16.9 |
| 2010 | 256 | 113 | 143 | - | 1009 | 16.7 |
| 2009 | 265 | 113 | 152 | - | 1034 | 16.7 |
| 2008 | 260 | 115 | 145 | - | 1034 | 16.5 |
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.