About the school
Forest Lodge Public School, established in 1883, has earned a reputation for high academic results and excellence in literacy and numeracy education. The school prioritises the visual and performing arts, while also ensuring strong support for students' welfare needs. Recognising the cultural and socio-economic diversity of its community, the school strives for excellence and promotes tolerance among its students.
School Ethos
The ethos of Forest Lodge Public School emphasises individual care in a dynamic, safe, and engaging learning environment. Here, students are encouraged to show respect, tolerance, and understanding of individual differences. The academic and creative potential of each student is nurtured within a framework of responsibility and a commitment to excellence.
Community Involvement
The school boasts a robust Parents and Citizens Association that plays an active role in school life and fosters strong connections among families. Students at Forest Lodge participate in a variety of programs including children’s philosophy, choir, band, public speaking, debating, dance, gymnastics, and more, which serve to enrich their educational experience. The curriculum also includes a differentiated approach to support gifted and talented students.
The school firmly believes in the importance of collaboration with families and community, creating an environment where every child is valued. Through its comprehensive curriculum and diverse co-curricular initiatives, Forest Lodge Public School aims to provide holistic education that helps every student learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Forest Lodge Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School 804 m
- B Bridge Road School 829 m
- C Glebe Public School 882 m
- D Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus 1000 m
- E Annandale North Public School 1.0 km
- F Newtown North Public School 1.1 km
- G Annandale Public School 1.2 km
- H Darlington Public School 1.4 km
- I Ultimo Public School 1.4 km
- J Australia Street Infants School 1.6 km
- K Newtown High School of Performing Arts 2.0 km
- L Newtown Public School 2.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 307 (169 girls, 138 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 307
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1161 (percentile 97)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 3% / 7% / 24% / 66%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 5
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 44%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Year 1 | 44 |
| Year 2 | 43 |
| Year 3 | 47 |
| Year 4 | 40 |
| Year 5 | 47 |
| Year 6 | 34 |
| Total | 307 |
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 | 307 | 169 | 138 | - | 1161 | 19 |
| 2024 | 309 | 171 | 138 | 91.4 | 1160 | 19.1 |
| 2023 | 317 | 180 | 137 | 91.8 | 1144 | 18.5 |
| 2022 | 324 | 175 | 149 | 88.7 | 1148 | 19.2 |
| 2021 | 350 | 180 | 170 | 94.4 | 1141 | 21.5 |
| 2020 | 356 | 175 | 181 | - | 1149 | 21.5 |
| 2019 | 340 | 160 | 180 | 94.9 | 1152 | 20.1 |
| 2018 | 333 | 172 | 161 | 94.8 | 1152 | 18.9 |
| 2017 | 347 | 175 | 172 | 95.4 | 1149 | 19.9 |
| 2016 | 323 | 170 | 153 | 94.9 | 1157 | 18.7 |
| 2015 | 307 | 161 | 146 | 95 | 1149 | 18.5 |
| 2014 | 312 | 160 | 152 | 96 | 1162 | 18.7 |
| 2013 | 316 | 168 | 148 | 95.9 | 1167 | 18.7 |
| 2012 | 310 | 169 | 141 | 94.5 | 1164 | 17.9 |
| 2011 | 309 | 164 | 145 | 96.1 | 1166 | 17.8 |
| 2010 | 282 | 140 | 142 | - | 1165 | 15.7 |
| 2009 | 277 | 135 | 142 | - | 1146 | 15.6 |
| 2008 | 281 | 146 | 135 | - | 1146 | 15.6 |
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.