About the school
Vaucluse Public School is located in a quiet, picturesque setting between Cambridge Avenue and Village High Road in Vaucluse. Established in 1858, the school reflects the strong sense of belonging that is inherent in the local community. The school prides itself on its motto, 'Learning and Growing Together'. In addition to excelling in literacy and numeracy, Vaucluse Public School provides a variety of programs that enrich the educational experience for all students. These programs include working in the award-winning vegetable garden, engaging through the artist in residence program, and learning languages such as Italian and Hebrew from Kindergarten to Year 6. Students can also participate in extracurricular activities such as band, choir, debating, and public speaking.
The commitment of Vaucluse Public School is to ensure that every child reaches their full potential by blending academic learning with social, community, physical, and emotional development. The school values diversity and guarantees equitable access to high-quality learning opportunities. All students, from their first day, experience a strong sense of belonging and are encouraged to pursue excellence. With a range of subjects and tailored support, including programs for high potential students and those requiring additional assistance, Vaucluse Public School aims to nurture confident and capable learners. The school is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community where every student is known, challenged, and supported to succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. An inclusive school community, we value diversity and ensure every learner has equitable access to rich, high-quality learning opportunities.
Location & Catchment Area
- Vaucluse Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Rose Bay Public School 2.7 km
- B Rose Bay Secondary College 3.1 km
- C Wairoa School 4.0 km
- D Mosman High School 4.2 km
- E Bondi Beach Public School 4.2 km
- F Mosman Public School 4.5 km
- G Bellevue Hill Public School 4.5 km
- H Double Bay Public School 4.6 km
- I Bondi Public School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 217 (86 girls, 131 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 217
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1145 (percentile 94)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 2% / 10% / 27% / 60%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 9
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 39%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 32 |
| Year 1 | 23 |
| Year 2 | 27 |
| Year 3 | 40 |
| Year 4 | 41 |
| Year 5 | 28 |
| Year 6 | 26 |
| Total | 217 |
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 | 217 | 86 | 131 | - | 1145 | 15.4 |
| 2024 | 232 | 86 | 146 | 91.3 | 1137 | 16.8 |
| 2023 | 269 | 107 | 162 | 90.8 | 1129 | 19 |
| 2022 | 309 | 126 | 183 | 85.9 | 1132 | 19.9 |
| 2021 | 334 | 145 | 189 | 93.2 | 1132 | 20.9 |
| 2020 | 329 | 142 | 187 | - | 1137 | 21 |
| 2019 | 363 | 172 | 191 | 93.2 | 1134 | 22.2 |
| 2018 | 377 | 189 | 188 | 93.9 | 1137 | 23.1 |
| 2017 | 368 | 194 | 174 | 93.7 | 1145 | 22.6 |
| 2016 | 367 | 190 | 177 | 94.3 | 1141 | 22.4 |
| 2015 | 343 | 177 | 166 | 95.2 | 1152 | 20.1 |
| 2014 | 305 | 159 | 146 | 95.1 | 1146 | 18.7 |
| 2013 | 247 | 125 | 122 | 95.2 | 1141 | 16.4 |
| 2012 | 218 | 98 | 120 | 94.3 | 1182 | 17.1 |
| 2011 | 182 | 78 | 104 | 95.2 | 1180 | 15.7 |
| 2010 | 151 | 66 | 85 | - | 1179 | 12.8 |
| 2009 | 129 | 71 | 58 | - | 1159 | 11.1 |
| 2008 | 167 | 95 | 72 | - | 1159 | 10.2 |
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.