About the school
Waverley Public School is a vibrant, coeducational primary school serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the Waverley community. The school’s vision is to create a supportive environment that celebrates a love of learning, enabling students to realise their full potential. The curriculum at Waverley Public School is broad-based and enriched, tailored to meet the individual needs of each child socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
Educational Approach
Waverley Public School focuses on a nurturing and supportive educational experience. Special attention is given to both talented students and those with learning difficulties, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. Students are encouraged to work independently, develop cooperation skills, take learning risks, and engage in self-evaluation. This approach fosters a strong sense of belonging and encourages personal growth.
Community Involvement
The school boasts a diverse and engaged community. Parents and students appreciate the caring atmosphere, active participation in school events, and convenient transport options. Waverley Public School offers spacious grounds, modern facilities, and a variety of specialist programs including Italian, Music, and Art, alongside special initiatives such as the Buddy program and interactive whiteboards.
Additional Programs
Students have access to various extracurricular activities, including debating, choir, chess club, and dance ensembles. The school also supports a range of wellbeing initiatives and programs designed to nurture every child's learning journey, making Waverley Public School a remarkable choice for families seeking a holistic educational experience.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Waverley Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Bronte Public School 1.0 km
- B Clovelly Public School 1.3 km
- C Bondi Public School 1.4 km
- D Bellevue Hill Public School 1.5 km
- E Centennial Park School 1.6 km
- F Woollahra Public School 1.6 km
- G Randwick Public School 1.7 km
- H Paddington Public School 2.3 km
- I Coogee Public School 2.5 km
- J Bondi Beach Public School 2.6 km
- K Sydney Childrens Hospital School 2.6 km
- L Glenmore Road Public School 2.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 263 (127 girls, 136 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 263
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1150 (percentile 95)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 2% / 12% / 26% / 61%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 10
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 37%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 26 |
| Year 1 | 54 |
| Year 2 | 38 |
| Year 3 | 58 |
| Year 4 | 42 |
| Year 5 | 23 |
| Year 6 | 22 |
| Total | 263 |
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 | 263 | 127 | 136 | - | 1150 | 16.2 |
| 2024 | 306 | 149 | 157 | 93.7 | 1155 | 18.5 |
| 2023 | 328 | 165 | 163 | 93.2 | 1148 | 18.6 |
| 2022 | 349 | 188 | 161 | 91.7 | 1151 | 20.5 |
| 2021 | 351 | 179 | 172 | 94.7 | 1145 | 20.5 |
| 2020 | 336 | 178 | 158 | - | 1138 | 19.7 |
| 2019 | 330 | 158 | 172 | 95.2 | 1136 | 19.8 |
| 2018 | 302 | 139 | 163 | 95.1 | 1118 | 18.8 |
| 2017 | 274 | 127 | 147 | 94.8 | 1131 | 17.3 |
| 2016 | 252 | 133 | 119 | 94.4 | 1088 | 13.2 |
| 2015 | 225 | 118 | 107 | 94 | 1105 | 12.6 |
| 2014 | 214 | 112 | 102 | 96.3 | 1127 | 12.7 |
| 2013 | 200 | 96 | 104 | 96 | 1110 | 11.5 |
| 2012 | 218 | 105 | 113 | 95.5 | 1147 | 12.2 |
| 2011 | 198 | 96 | 102 | 96.1 | 1143 | 10.7 |
| 2010 | 203 | 104 | 99 | - | 1149 | 11.9 |
| 2009 | 177 | 89 | 88 | - | 1120 | 9.7 |
| 2008 | 161 | 77 | 84 | - | 1120 | 7.5 |
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.