Glebe Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Glebe Public School was established in 1858 and is located within the inner city suburb of Glebe. With an enrolment of 318 students, including 15% identifying as Aboriginal and 64% from a Language Background other than English, the school promotes a vision of nurturing confident, capable, resilient students who are inquisitive about the world.
Commitment to Students
The strategic direction of the school is supported by an active Parents and Citizens (P&C) association that collaborates with the school to meet the needs of all students. Glebe Public School has been recognised for its focus on data analysis, explicit teaching practices, and tailored student support, contributing to its reputation as one of the most improved schools in the state.
Inclusive Educational Practices
The school is known for its high-quality inclusive educational practices that cater to the academic and wellbeing needs of all students, supported by a dedicated and engaged staff. Students are encouraged to develop their talents across various domains, including academics, arts, culture, and sports. A diverse range of enrichment activities such as chess, art, craft, technology, sports, dance, and French are offered to motivate and engage students.
Community Engagement
Glebe Public School prides itself on its strong community ties, enhancing educational outcomes through active participation from both the school and local community. With a commitment to providing a quality education, the school fosters a caring environment that implements sustained school improvement strategies, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for.
Mission
At Glebe Public School, our vision is to foster an inclusive, vibrant learning environment where every student flourishes and reaches their full potential. Through a commitment to continuous growth and attainment, we inspire equity and excellence in both academic and personal development.
Location & Catchment Area
- Glebe Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ultimo Public School 794 m
- B Forest Lodge Public School 882 m
- C Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus 980 m
- D Darlington Public School 1.0 km
- E Newtown North Public School 1.0 km
- F Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School 1.2 km
- G Bridge Road School 1.5 km
- H Inner Sydney High School 1.5 km
- I Australia Street Infants School 1.8 km
- J Central Sydney Intensive English High School 1.8 km
- K Annandale North Public School 1.9 km
- L Erskineville Public School 2.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 193 (90 girls, 103 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 193
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 982 (percentile 39)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 35% / 19% / 21% / 26%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 91
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 63%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 24 |
| Year 1 | 26 |
| Year 2 | 29 |
| Year 3 | 28 |
| Year 4 | 30 |
| Year 5 | 29 |
| Year 6 | 27 |
| 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 | 90 | 103 | - | 982 | 13.6 |
| 2024 | 238 | 106 | 132 | 85.6 | 991 | 15 |
| 2023 | 248 | 117 | 131 | 89.3 | 998 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | 253 | 124 | 129 | 87.4 | 1021 | 15.5 |
| 2021 | 282 | 147 | 135 | 91.1 | 1018 | 16.3 |
| 2020 | 296 | 147 | 149 | - | 1017 | 16.4 |
| 2019 | 309 | 150 | 159 | 91.6 | 1017 | 17.5 |
| 2018 | 292 | 139 | 153 | 92.1 | 1039 | 16.3 |
| 2017 | 259 | 145 | 114 | 92.9 | 1039 | 15.8 |
| 2016 | 231 | 118 | 113 | 91.8 | 1019 | 14.6 |
| 2015 | 212 | 99 | 113 | 93.9 | 1006 | 13.4 |
| 2014 | 183 | 92 | 91 | 94.2 | 986 | 9.9 |
| 2013 | 130 | 61 | 69 | 93.6 | 929 | 8.8 |
| 2012 | 130 | 69 | 61 | 93.4 | 936 | 9.8 |
| 2011 | 129 | 69 | 60 | 93.3 | 916 | 9.4 |
| 2010 | 120 | 55 | 65 | - | 940 | 8 |
| 2009 | 97 | 51 | 46 | - | 937 | 6.9 |
| 2008 | 100 | 54 | 46 | - | 937 | 6.7 |
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.