Chatswood Public School
Excellence in a caring and enriching environment.
About the school
Chatswood Public School, established 133 years ago, is a dynamic institution located in Sydney's North Shore, catering to a diverse student population. With a strong connection to the community, the school offers programs tailored to meet community and individual student needs. It boasts a proud heritage of high academic achievement and runs special programs for gifted and talented students, including Opportunity Classes (OC). The school also supports students with learning difficulties through various tailored programs, including those for Autism Spectrum Disorder, conducted within a Multicategorical Support Unit.
Chatswood Public School has an outstanding English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) program, supported by dedicated teachers for each Stage. In addition to academics, the school has a longstanding tradition in Creative Arts and Sport, offering a range of programs in Music, Drama, and Visual Arts. Music education plays a significant role, with numerous choirs, bands, an orchestra, and opportunities to perform at prominent venues like the Sydney Opera House.
The Physical Education program ensures that students receive dedicated fitness and health education, conducting classes aimed at improving overall health and skill coordination.
The school also offers Mandarin and Korean Language programs, supplemented by a newly established 'Confucius Classroom' to deepen students' understanding of Mandarin language and Chinese culture. With extensive extracurricular activities ranging from a Chess Club to a Science Club, Chatswood Public School is committed to fostering excellence in all areas of learning, teaching, and leadership.
Mission
Chatswood Public School nurtures confident and responsible individuals who are inspired to achieve their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Chatswood Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Chatswood High School 287 m
- B Artarmon Public School 1.6 km
- C Lindfield College 1.8 km
- D Aurora College 1.8 km
- E Roseville Public School 2.1 km
- F Mowbray Public School 2.1 km
- G Lindfield Public School 2.1 km
- H Willoughby Public School 2.1 km
- I Willoughby Girls High School 2.1 km
- J Lane Cove Public School 2.2 km
- K Bradfield College 2.7 km
- L Lane Cove West Public School 2.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,083 (497 girls, 586 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,083
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1143 (percentile 94)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 2% / 9% / 32% / 57%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 8
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 92%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 72.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 124 |
| Year 1 | 115 |
| Year 2 | 124 |
| Year 3 | 160 |
| Year 4 | 170 |
| Year 5 | 214 |
| Year 6 | 176 |
| Total | 1,083 |
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 | 1,083 | 497 | 586 | - | 1143 | 72.5 |
| 2024 | 1,116 | 498 | 618 | 94.5 | 1144 | 72 |
| 2023 | 1,132 | 517 | 615 | 94.1 | 1145 | 74.3 |
| 2022 | 1,142 | 527 | 615 | 91.8 | 1154 | 69.2 |
| 2021 | 1,216 | 563 | 653 | 96.1 | 1152 | 75.6 |
| 2020 | 1,343 | 636 | 707 | - | 1155 | 82.2 |
| 2019 | 1,315 | 629 | 686 | 97.3 | 1154 | 79.6 |
| 2018 | 1,291 | 622 | 669 | 95.4 | 1150 | 77 |
| 2017 | 1,250 | 618 | 632 | 96.1 | 1164 | 73.5 |
| 2016 | 1,180 | 560 | 620 | 96.2 | 1150 | 66.6 |
| 2015 | 1,072 | 504 | 568 | 95.6 | 1162 | 59.9 |
| 2014 | 957 | 450 | 507 | 95.7 | 1169 | 54.2 |
| 2013 | 914 | 425 | 489 | 95.7 | 1176 | 52.4 |
| 2012 | 853 | 392 | 461 | 96 | 1194 | 51.1 |
| 2011 | 787 | 372 | 415 | 96.5 | 1191 | 47.9 |
| 2010 | 730 | 378 | 352 | - | 1193 | 45.7 |
| 2009 | 702 | 355 | 347 | - | 1160 | 42.3 |
| 2008 | 683 | 334 | 349 | - | 1160 | 41.7 |
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.