Willoughby Public School
The Willoughby Public School difference.
About the school
Willoughby Public School has a long-standing tradition of educational excellence in a dynamic and inclusive learning community. The school prides itself on providing quality education that encourages students to develop the values of respect and responsibility while striving to exceed their personal best in a supportive and caring environment.
Academic Framework
The curriculum at Willoughby Public School is balanced and enriched, delivering quality teaching through the dedication of highly professional staff. Students benefit from diverse programs including public speaking, creative and performing arts, chess, and various sports. These offerings are complemented by numerous leadership opportunities such as buddy classes, the Student Representative Council (SRC), and a robust student leadership team.
Community Engagement
The school maintains strong connections with parents and the local community, ensuring positive partnerships that support a range of programs. Such collaboration enhances the educational experience and fosters community spirit.
Facilities and Improvements
In 2018, the school commenced an extensive major capital works program to modernise its facilities, resulting in new buildings and playground spaces that align with future-focused educational initiatives. The completion of the upgrade has enabled the school to accommodate up to 1,200 students, enhancing the learning environment significantly.
Overall, Willoughby Public School is committed to nurturing collaborative learners, creative thinkers, and resilient problem solvers, ensuring that every student is well-prepared to thrive in their education and beyond.
Mission
At Willoughby Public School, we nurture collaborative learners, creative thinkers and resilient problem solvers. We inspire curiosity and a passion for lifelong learning, empowering students to thrive today and lead tomorrow.
Location & Catchment Area
- Willoughby Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Willoughby Girls High School 105 m
- B Artarmon Public School 1.6 km
- C Naremburn School 1.9 km
- D Northbridge Public School 2.1 km
- E Castle Cove Public School 2.1 km
- F Chatswood Public School 2.1 km
- G Royal North Shore Hospital School 2.2 km
- H Cammeray Public School 2.3 km
- I Bradfield College 2.3 km
- J Chatswood High School 2.3 km
- K Roseville Public School 2.5 km
- L Anzac Park Public School 2.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 905 (483 girls, 422 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 905
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1143 (percentile 94)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 3% / 10% / 28% / 59%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 8
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 49%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 49.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 127 |
| Year 1 | 120 |
| Year 2 | 116 |
| Year 3 | 148 |
| Year 4 | 127 |
| Year 5 | 138 |
| Year 6 | 129 |
| Total | 905 |
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 | 905 | 483 | 422 | - | 1143 | 49.1 |
| 2024 | 903 | 489 | 414 | 93.6 | 1147 | 49.2 |
| 2023 | 911 | 494 | 417 | 94 | 1146 | 49.6 |
| 2022 | 939 | 509 | 430 | 91.6 | 1154 | 49.8 |
| 2021 | 982 | 525 | 457 | 95 | 1153 | 52.4 |
| 2020 | 1,003 | 537 | 466 | - | 1152 | 52.4 |
| 2019 | 1,047 | 539 | 508 | 95.6 | 1150 | 55.2 |
| 2018 | 1,046 | 540 | 506 | 96 | 1156 | 53.9 |
| 2017 | 1,079 | 542 | 537 | 96.2 | 1151 | 55 |
| 2016 | 1,091 | 545 | 546 | 96.4 | 1150 | 53.8 |
| 2015 | 1,045 | 510 | 535 | 96.6 | 1152 | 53.9 |
| 2014 | 994 | 476 | 518 | 96.6 | 1153 | 50.4 |
| 2013 | 954 | 446 | 508 | 96.6 | 1161 | 48.9 |
| 2012 | 943 | 436 | 507 | 95.6 | 1159 | 47.9 |
| 2011 | 912 | 404 | 508 | 95.9 | 1157 | 47.1 |
| 2010 | 857 | 386 | 471 | - | 1159 | 44.4 |
| 2009 | 810 | 370 | 440 | - | 1156 | 41.3 |
| 2008 | 778 | 356 | 422 | - | 1156 | 42.2 |
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.