About the school
Medowie Public School proudly serves the local area of Medowie, providing a vibrant and caring learning community where children have the opportunity to succeed. The school fosters excellence, integrity, equity, accountability, trust, and service, echoing the core values of the NSW Department of Education. Students are encouraged to achieve their best in a safe, supportive environment, guided by the school motto 'Futuris Nobis' and the values of being 'Respectful, Responsible and Resilient'.
Educational Approach
Medowie Public School is committed to high-quality teaching and dedicated support for all students. The teaching staff are professional and compassionate, ensuring every child's individual needs are met. The school focuses on strong foundational outcomes, particularly in literacy and numeracy, enabling students to thrive in their future education. The curriculum encourages critical thinking and problem-solving, preparing students for future challenges.
Community Engagement
Strong partnerships between the school, parents, and the wider community play a pivotal role in student success. Medowie Public School actively promotes family engagement, ensuring parents are involved in their child's education through regular communication and opportunities for participation. Additional support exists for high potential students and those with specific learning needs, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.
Extracurricular Activities
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities in areas such as performing arts, sport, and excursions, helping nurture students' talents and interests outside the classroom. With a focus on creating a safe and inclusive culture, Medowie Public School aims to ignite a love of learning and promote personal growth among its students.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Medowie Public School creates a welcoming and safe space where all students feel included and valued, promoting positive wellbeing and a love of learning.
Location & Catchment Area
- Medowie Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wirreanda Public School 2.1 km
- B Salt Ash Public School 7.2 km
- C Grahamstown Public School 7.8 km
- D Irrawang High School 8.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 382 (167 girls, 215 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 382
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 994 (percentile 44)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 32% / 33% / 24% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 93
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 24
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 55 |
| Year 1 | 64 |
| Year 2 | 47 |
| Year 3 | 70 |
| Year 4 | 44 |
| Year 5 | 48 |
| Year 6 | 54 |
| Total | 382 |
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 | 382 | 167 | 215 | - | 994 | 24 |
| 2024 | 377 | 167 | 210 | 90.9 | 992 | 22.8 |
| 2023 | 361 | 166 | 195 | 91 | 997 | 20.6 |
| 2022 | 359 | 152 | 207 | 87.4 | 991 | 20.1 |
| 2021 | 346 | 153 | 193 | 93 | 982 | 20.1 |
| 2020 | 359 | 155 | 204 | - | 990 | 20.1 |
| 2019 | 351 | 154 | 197 | 92.5 | 984 | 20.1 |
| 2018 | 343 | 154 | 189 | 93.1 | 985 | 20.1 |
| 2017 | 352 | 167 | 185 | 93.9 | 984 | 19.7 |
| 2016 | 349 | 169 | 180 | 93.9 | 989 | 19.4 |
| 2015 | 354 | 182 | 172 | 94.1 | 1007 | 19.3 |
| 2014 | 350 | 181 | 169 | 94.2 | 999 | 19.5 |
| 2013 | 369 | 194 | 175 | 93.4 | 1012 | 20.3 |
| 2012 | 355 | 184 | 171 | 93.6 | 1004 | 18.9 |
| 2011 | 338 | 168 | 170 | 94.4 | 1008 | 19 |
| 2010 | 349 | 167 | 182 | - | 1009 | 18.5 |
| 2009 | 314 | 146 | 168 | - | 1029 | 15 |
| 2008 | 280 | 138 | 142 | - | 1029 | 15 |
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.