Mount Ousley Public School
A small school with big opportunities.
About the school
Mount Ousley Public School is a small school with big opportunities, located in Fairy Meadow in the northern suburbs of Wollongong, approximately 80km south of Sydney. The school is dedicated to creating an inclusive, high-quality educational environment that fosters excellence and innovation through genuine relationships and a culture of trust. With approximately 175 students enrolled, including 28% from non-English speaking backgrounds and 3% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, Mount Ousley PS prides itself on its diverse and welcoming community.
Educational Vision
The school’s purpose is to maximise student learning through high-quality teaching that enhances knowledge, encourages curiosity, and builds strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. They strive to create an educational community where teachers, students, and parents are authentically connected, contributing to the wellbeing of all students. Additionally, Mount Ousley PS focuses on strengthening its community’s capacities to adapt to an ever-changing world, redesigning learning to meet the needs of students today and in the future.
Learning Environment
Mount Ousley Public School features 8 classes ranging from Kindergarten to Year 6. The staff comprises a mix of early career and experienced educators who are committed to delivering engaging and challenging learning experiences tailored to meet the diverse needs and talents of their students. The school provides flexible learning spaces and encourages the use of technology, with each student using their own Apple device to enhance collaboration and creativity.
In addition to a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, the school offers a wide array of opportunities in various subjects, supporting each child's growth in a caring and inclusive environment. The school's values of Learning, Wellbeing, and Community guide its practices, ensuring that every child feels valued and heard.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mount Ousley Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Keira High School 794 m
- B Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts 845 m
- C Fairy Meadow Public School 1.0 km
- D Para Meadows School 1.4 km
- E Pleasant Heights Public School 1.4 km
- F Towradgi Public School 1.5 km
- G Balgownie Public School 2.0 km
- H Tarrawanna Public School 2.0 km
- I Keiraville Public School 2.2 km
- J Gwynneville Public School 2.2 km
- K Smiths Hill High School 2.3 km
- L Wollongong Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 193 (92 girls, 101 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 193
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1079 (percentile 78)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 16% / 23% / 29% / 32%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 58
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 29%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 37 |
| Year 1 | 21 |
| Year 2 | 25 |
| Year 3 | 29 |
| Year 4 | 22 |
| Year 5 | 25 |
| Year 6 | 34 |
| Total | 193 |
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 | 193 | 92 | 101 | - | 1079 | 11.6 |
| 2024 | 173 | 82 | 91 | 90.2 | 1060 | 10.6 |
| 2023 | 168 | 85 | 83 | 92.2 | 1069 | 10.6 |
| 2022 | 175 | 82 | 93 | 87.6 | 1060 | 9.8 |
| 2021 | 195 | 85 | 110 | 91.9 | 1039 | 10.9 |
| 2020 | 209 | 92 | 117 | - | 1051 | 12.3 |
| 2019 | 236 | 109 | 127 | 91 | 1049 | 13.3 |
| 2018 | 219 | 108 | 111 | 93.2 | 1052 | 12.3 |
| 2017 | 217 | 104 | 113 | 93.3 | 1046 | 12 |
| 2016 | 213 | 97 | 116 | 93 | 1038 | 12 |
| 2015 | 214 | 96 | 118 | 92.9 | 1053 | 11.9 |
| 2014 | 192 | 87 | 105 | 94.3 | 1047 | 10.8 |
| 2013 | 190 | 91 | 99 | 95.6 | 1045 | 10.6 |
| 2012 | 168 | 83 | 85 | 94.1 | 1043 | 9.2 |
| 2011 | 165 | 82 | 83 | 93.3 | 1034 | 9.4 |
| 2010 | 160 | 78 | 82 | - | 1049 | 10 |
| 2009 | 161 | 84 | 77 | - | 1062 | 10 |
| 2008 | 144 | 80 | 64 | - | 1062 | 8.2 |
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.