Kegworth Public School
Commitment, Excellence and Success for the Future
About the school
Kegworth Public School is a medium-sized primary school located in Leichhardt, welcoming children from Pre-School to Year 6 since its establishment in 1887. The school's motto, 'Commitment, Excellence and Success for the Future,' reflects its dedication to fostering a caring, supportive, and inclusive environment where all students feel safe and valued. The attractive campus blends heritage and modern buildings, creating a warm atmosphere that facilitates learning.
The school offers a diverse array of educational programs tailored to meet individual student needs, including specialist programs in fundamental movement skills, community language (Italian), and music. Kegworth also enhances its curriculum with initiatives in environmental education, information and communication technology, public speaking and debating, as well as creative and performing arts. The high standards of academic achievement are upheld by a committed staff, who work in partnership with parents and the wider community.
Additional services include before and after-school care, providing convenience for families. The school actively promotes extracurricular activities such as a biannual musical production, various instrumental programs, and clubs that cater to students' diverse interests. Overall, Kegworth Public School prioritises quality education through collective support, aiming to inspire every child to achieve their personal best.
Mission
At Kegworth Public School, courtesy, care and commitment are the foundation of our vibrant learning community. We are dedicated to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their personal best.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kegworth Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Fort Street High School 687 m
- B NSW School of Languages 973 m
- C Taverners Hill Infants School 986 m
- D Petersham Public School 1.1 km
- E Leichhardt Public School 1.1 km
- F Lewisham Public School 1.3 km
- G Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus 1.4 km
- H Haberfield Public School 1.4 km
- I Summer Hill Public School 1.5 km
- J Dobroyd Point Public School 1.5 km
- K Ashfield Boys High School 1.7 km
- L Ashfield Public School 1.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 252 (121 girls, 131 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 252
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1117 (percentile 88)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 6% / 12% / 31% / 51%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 25
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 30%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 38 |
| Year 1 | 25 |
| Year 2 | 39 |
| Year 3 | 44 |
| Year 4 | 39 |
| Year 5 | 36 |
| Year 6 | 31 |
| Total | 252 |
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 | 252 | 121 | 131 | - | 1117 | 16.4 |
| 2024 | 274 | 127 | 147 | 93 | 1126 | 17.6 |
| 2023 | 293 | 138 | 155 | 93.2 | 1121 | 18.7 |
| 2022 | 334 | 152 | 182 | 90.6 | 1132 | 19.2 |
| 2021 | 340 | 157 | 183 | 95 | 1120 | 20.4 |
| 2020 | 337 | 160 | 177 | - | 1119 | 20.4 |
| 2019 | 343 | 166 | 177 | 94.3 | 1113 | 20.3 |
| 2018 | 319 | 161 | 158 | 94.1 | 1106 | 19 |
| 2017 | 329 | 164 | 165 | 94.6 | 1113 | 20.2 |
| 2016 | 318 | 150 | 168 | 95.9 | 1110 | 18.6 |
| 2015 | 308 | 154 | 154 | 94.6 | 1111 | 18.8 |
| 2014 | 305 | 148 | 157 | 96 | 1115 | 19.1 |
| 2013 | 291 | 147 | 144 | 95.4 | 1144 | 17.9 |
| 2012 | 286 | 139 | 147 | 95.2 | 1136 | 17.3 |
| 2011 | 302 | 142 | 160 | 95.4 | 1140 | 17.3 |
| 2010 | 293 | 144 | 149 | - | 1145 | 17.5 |
| 2009 | 324 | 164 | 160 | - | 1137 | 18.5 |
| 2008 | 305 | 142 | 163 | - | 1137 | 18.5 |
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.