About the school
La Perouse Public School boasts a proud and rich history, fostering a vibrant learning environment where students, staff, and parents collaborate to achieve common goals. The school offers high-quality, academically rigorous, and personalised learning programs that nurture each student's interests and potential. With a diverse and culturally rich community, La Perouse Public School warmly welcomes all students and families, creating a sense of belonging.
Learning and Support
The school prioritises supporting the literacy, numeracy, and wellbeing needs of every student, providing a broad array of academic, cultural, creative, and sporting opportunities. The motto, "Happy, Smart, and Proud," reflects the school's commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive culture. Through the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program and Restorative Practices, La Perouse cultivates a respectful environment that empowers students to become informed and responsible citizens.
Community Engagement
Building positive relationships with parents, Elders, and the community is a key focus, fostering shared ownership and pride through proactive engagement. La Perouse Public School offers evidence-based, quality learning opportunities that are inclusive and supportive, helping each student reach their full potential.
Vision for Students
The school aims to develop lifelong learners who respect themselves and others, possess a growth mindset, and are confident and resilient. By integrating ICT into the curriculum, La Perouse inspires leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking. With consistent policies on data collection, curriculum, and professional learning, the school maintains a high standard of professionalism and collegiality in all interactions.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- La Perouse Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Chifley Public School 1.5 km
- B Matraville Sports High School 1.7 km
- C Malabar Public School 2.2 km
- D Matraville Soldiers Settlement Public School 2.3 km
- E Matraville Public School 2.7 km
- F Kamay Botany Bay Environmental Education Centre 3.1 km
- G South Sydney High School 3.8 km
- H Banksmeadow Public School 3.8 km
- I Maroubra Bay Public School 4.1 km
- J Pagewood Public School 4.5 km
- K Kurnell Public School 4.6 km
- L Maroubra Junction Public School 4.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 111 (54 girls, 57 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 111
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 920 (percentile 15)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 25% / 23% / 14%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 98
- Indigenous students
- 50%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 55%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Year 1 | 20 |
| Year 2 | 15 |
| Year 3 | 16 |
| Year 4 | 16 |
| Year 5 | 6 |
| Year 6 | 17 |
| Total | 111 |
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 | 111 | 54 | 57 | - | 920 | 13.7 |
| 2024 | 100 | 52 | 48 | 90.3 | 930 | 13.7 |
| 2023 | 99 | 54 | 45 | 88.2 | 918 | 11.7 |
| 2022 | 91 | 48 | 43 | 81.2 | 906 | 10.6 |
| 2021 | 85 | 42 | 43 | 87.8 | 905 | 9.5 |
| 2020 | 70 | 34 | 36 | - | 882 | 8.4 |
| 2019 | 54 | 22 | 32 | 86.9 | 853 | 8.4 |
| 2018 | 34 | 12 | 22 | 86.7 | 789 | 7.2 |
| 2017 | 25 | 7 | 18 | 87 | 716 | 3.9 |
| 2016 | 30 | 6 | 24 | 90.6 | 784 | 3.9 |
| 2015 | 46 | 15 | 31 | 91.8 | 780 | 3.9 |
| 2014 | 43 | 21 | 22 | 91.9 | 767 | 3.8 |
| 2013 | 50 | 23 | 27 | 90.1 | 755 | 3.8 |
| 2012 | 49 | 24 | 25 | 87.4 | 776 | 5.8 |
| 2011 | 45 | 23 | 22 | 88.7 | 725 | 5.5 |
| 2010 | 50 | 28 | 22 | - | 725 | 5.8 |
| 2009 | 43 | 21 | 22 | - | 752 | 5.8 |
| 2008 | 45 | 25 | 20 | - | 752 | 5.2 |
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.