About the school
Woollahra Public School is a large, vibrant school located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, with an enrolment of over 700 students across 29 classes to cater for its diverse population. With 44% of students originating from language backgrounds other than English, the school prides itself on fostering an inclusive and caring environment that prioritises the well-being and happiness of its learners. The school is a member of the Community of Schools in the Eastern Suburbs and received the Director's Award for 'Outstanding Contributions to Public Education' in 2014.
Academic Excellence
The school's experienced teaching team is dedicated to ensuring that students become successful learners, confident individuals, and active citizens. Woollahra Public School offers a comprehensive curriculum with a strong emphasis on gifted and talented education, including four Opportunity Classes in Years 5 and 6. This focus on academic excellence is complemented by a range of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their creativity and talents.
Student Well-being and Support
Woollahra Public School prioritises student welfare through strong support structures, ensuring that every child feels safe, included, and empowered in their learning environment. The school's Positive Behaviour for Learning and Grow Your Mind programs help foster important qualities such as empathy, confidence, and resilience.
Community Involvement
The school maintains valued partnerships with parents and the wider community, fostering a collaborative environment where families are encouraged to participate in their child's education. This commitment to community engagement helps enrich the school's educational programs, ensuring a holistic approach to student success.
Mission
Woollahra Public School fosters a high-performing, inclusive learning community where every student is empowered to achieve excellence and thrive.
Location & Catchment Area
- Woollahra Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Paddington Public School 1.0 km
- B Glenmore Road Public School 1.2 km
- C Double Bay Public School 1.3 km
- D Waverley Public School 1.6 km
- E Bellevue Hill Public School 1.7 km
- F Darlinghurst Public School 1.9 km
- G Sydney Girls High School 2.1 km
- H Sydney Boys High School 2.2 km
- I Bondi Public School 2.3 km
- J Bourke Street Public School 2.4 km
- K Crown Street Public School 2.4 km
- L Bronte Public School 2.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 667 (342 girls, 325 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 667
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1193 (percentile 99)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 1% / 4% / 21% / 75%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 0
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 46%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 35.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 76 |
| Year 1 | 78 |
| Year 2 | 106 |
| Year 3 | 84 |
| Year 4 | 80 |
| Year 5 | 111 |
| Year 6 | 132 |
| Total | 667 |
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 | 667 | 342 | 325 | - | 1193 | 35.7 |
| 2024 | 701 | 350 | 351 | 93.6 | 1189 | 37 |
| 2023 | 710 | 357 | 353 | 94.7 | 1186 | 36.6 |
| 2022 | 688 | 351 | 337 | 90.4 | 1186 | 36 |
| 2021 | 730 | 353 | 377 | 95.7 | 1177 | 37.2 |
| 2020 | 763 | 376 | 387 | - | 1177 | 40.6 |
| 2019 | 767 | 363 | 404 | 96 | 1177 | 40.4 |
| 2018 | 770 | 386 | 384 | 95.3 | 1183 | 39.9 |
| 2017 | 777 | 389 | 388 | 94.7 | 1203 | 40.5 |
| 2016 | 776 | 377 | 399 | 93.9 | 1196 | 38.6 |
| 2015 | 726 | 354 | 372 | 96.4 | 1193 | 37.7 |
| 2014 | 692 | 357 | 335 | 96.9 | 1194 | 36 |
| 2013 | 643 | 328 | 315 | 95.7 | 1207 | 33.8 |
| 2012 | 639 | 305 | 334 | 95.9 | 1199 | 32.6 |
| 2011 | 625 | 291 | 334 | 96.1 | 1201 | 32.6 |
| 2010 | 603 | 279 | 324 | - | 1205 | 31.5 |
| 2009 | 594 | 288 | 306 | - | 1136 | 31.3 |
| 2008 | 580 | 282 | 298 | - | 1136 | 30.1 |
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.