About the school
Como West Public School is a warm and dynamic centre for learning located in the bushy suburb of Como, Sydney. It embodies the values of the community, which serve as the foundation for all its programs and practices. The school prides itself on fostering a cohesive and stimulating learning environment that supports diverse abilities among its students.
Academic and Extracurricular Excellence
The dedicated and professional staff at Como West Public School deliver quality education across all Key Learning Areas. Students are presented with a wealth of opportunities, contributing to a history of outstanding academic, sporting, and performing arts achievements. In the realm of performing arts, the school offers an array of activities including music, choir, dance, drama, debating, and public speaking. The school's excellent resources include the latest technology, such as a computer lab and interactive whiteboards, which enrich the learning experience.
Parental Involvement and Community Engagement
Parental support is a crucial element in Como West Public School's success, with families actively encouraged to participate in school activities. The school is recognised for its commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of excellence, earning it respect in the wider community.
A Safe and Inclusive Environment
The school's vision prioritises ensuring that every student feels safe, included, and valued within a vibrant whole-school community. With a focus on wellbeing, Como West provides tailored learning support, fostering a sense of connection, citizenship, and purpose among its students.
Mission
Our school vision is for every student to thrive through deep connections. To help achieve this, we have our own unique “GLUE” values: good mental health, gratitude, leadership, learning, uniqueness, unity, environmental education, and equity.
Location & Catchment Area
- Como West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Como Public School 858 m
- B Bonnet Bay Public School 958 m
- C Jannali Public School 1.5 km
- D Illawong Public School 1.8 km
- E The Jannali High School 1.9 km
- F Oyster Bay Public School 1.9 km
- G Jannali East Public School 1.9 km
- H Kareela Public School 2.2 km
- I Sutherland North Public School 2.5 km
- J Lugarno Public School 2.6 km
- K Oatley West Public School 2.9 km
- L Oatley Public School 3.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 275 (128 girls, 147 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 275
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1109 (percentile 87)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 6% / 18% / 33% / 43%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 31
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 18%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 37 |
| Year 1 | 39 |
| Year 2 | 37 |
| Year 3 | 33 |
| Year 4 | 49 |
| Year 5 | 38 |
| Year 6 | 42 |
| Total | 275 |
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 | 275 | 128 | 147 | - | 1109 | 18.8 |
| 2024 | 281 | 123 | 158 | 92.5 | 1103 | 18.8 |
| 2023 | 299 | 131 | 168 | 93 | 1115 | 16.5 |
| 2022 | 315 | 143 | 172 | 90.3 | 1116 | 17.3 |
| 2021 | 314 | 150 | 164 | 94.4 | 1117 | 17.3 |
| 2020 | 331 | 162 | 169 | - | 1116 | 17.4 |
| 2019 | 366 | 186 | 180 | 94.9 | 1113 | 19.5 |
| 2018 | 363 | 190 | 173 | 95.2 | 1112 | 18.3 |
| 2017 | 379 | 196 | 183 | 95.7 | 1107 | 18.8 |
| 2016 | 384 | 193 | 191 | 95 | 1105 | 18.7 |
| 2015 | 350 | 185 | 165 | 96 | 1119 | 17.5 |
| 2014 | 358 | 182 | 176 | 97.9 | 1112 | 18.5 |
| 2013 | 351 | 176 | 175 | 96.4 | 1116 | 17.5 |
| 2012 | 329 | 166 | 163 | 96 | 1115 | 17 |
| 2011 | 324 | 158 | 166 | 95.4 | 1115 | 16 |
| 2010 | 319 | 155 | 164 | - | 1113 | 15.8 |
| 2009 | 313 | 163 | 150 | - | 1125 | 14.6 |
| 2008 | 319 | 159 | 160 | - | 1125 | 15.8 |
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.