About the school
Petersham Public School is an inner urban primary school located on spacious, leafy grounds in Petersham, accommodating approximately 270 students across eleven classes. The school fosters a happy, safe, and caring environment where children are expected to achieve to the best of their abilities, becoming responsible and independent learners. With a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, student wellbeing, and community partnerships, Petersham Public School offers a variety of co-curricular opportunities including specialist programs in Italian, music, dance, and sports.
The school focuses on curriculum differentiation to meet diverse learning needs, integrating technology across subjects, and implementing social/emotional learning programs. Facilities include modern play equipment, tennis, netball, and basketball courts. An onsite Out of School Hours Care service, managed by a parent committee, provides additional support to families.
Students at Petersham Public School consistently perform above the state average in the National Assessment Program, bolstered by a robust learning support program. The active parent community plays a vital role in supporting school initiatives and resource upgrades, contributing to an inclusive and engaged learning atmosphere. The school is committed to environmental sustainability, featuring a kitchen garden and an outdoor learning space that support hands-on learning experiences. Overall, Petersham Public School prides itself on creating an inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Mission
On Gadigal and Wangal land, Petersham Public School provides a happy, inclusive, safe and caring environment. Our culture is based on high expectations, coupled with high support.
Location & Catchment Area
- Petersham Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A NSW School of Languages 94 m
- B Lewisham Public School 445 m
- C Fort Street High School 656 m
- D Wilkins Public School 836 m
- E Taverners Hill Infants School 987 m
- F Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design 1.1 km
- G Kegworth Public School 1.1 km
- H Marrickville High School 1.2 km
- I Summer Hill Public School 1.3 km
- J Stanmore Public School 1.4 km
- K Leichhardt Public School 1.5 km
- L Dulwich Hill Public School 1.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 232 (108 girls, 124 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 232
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1137 (percentile 92)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 6% / 12% / 26% / 56%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 21
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 35%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 29 |
| Year 1 | 38 |
| Year 2 | 36 |
| Year 3 | 36 |
| Year 4 | 31 |
| Year 5 | 23 |
| Year 6 | 39 |
| Total | 232 |
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 | 232 | 108 | 124 | - | 1137 | 14.9 |
| 2024 | 247 | 114 | 133 | 92.3 | 1125 | 15 |
| 2023 | 261 | 114 | 147 | 90.6 | 1137 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | 262 | 111 | 151 | 91 | 1139 | 15.1 |
| 2021 | 269 | 110 | 159 | 94.5 | 1145 | 16 |
| 2020 | 273 | 115 | 158 | - | 1152 | 16 |
| 2019 | 267 | 117 | 150 | 94.1 | 1150 | 15.8 |
| 2018 | 258 | 115 | 143 | 93.9 | 1151 | 15.8 |
| 2017 | 262 | 120 | 142 | 94.8 | 1133 | 14.4 |
| 2016 | 252 | 110 | 142 | 95.9 | 1147 | 13.8 |
| 2015 | 248 | 116 | 132 | 95.7 | 1136 | 13.9 |
| 2014 | 242 | 112 | 130 | 94.5 | 1134 | 14 |
| 2013 | 230 | 106 | 124 | 94.8 | 1133 | 14 |
| 2012 | 228 | 108 | 120 | 95 | 1141 | 13.4 |
| 2011 | 214 | 95 | 119 | 94.2 | 1145 | 12.2 |
| 2010 | 195 | 93 | 102 | - | 1140 | 10.9 |
| 2009 | 198 | 96 | 102 | - | 1097 | 10.6 |
| 2008 | 199 | 103 | 96 | - | 1097 | 10.9 |
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.