About the school
Lindfield East Public School is renowned for its commitment to quality teaching and learning, which has helped maintain its outstanding educational reputation. Situated in the leafy suburb of East Lindfield, the school benefits from high levels of community participation and support, allowing for continuous improvement of its physical learning environment and educational opportunities.
Learning Environment
The school hosts a multicultural student population and provides a safe learning atmosphere grounded in the core values of 'Care and Respect'. The curriculum is strong in literacy and numeracy, and the school is equipped with modern facilities such as computer rooms, a science laboratory, a tennis court, cricket nets, a hall, and an amphitheatre, all supporting diverse learning programs.
Educational Programs
Lindfield East Public School caters to individual student needs with a robust learning support program from Kindergarten to Year 6. It offers specialised programs including a non-English speaking background teacher, a Gifted and Talented program, and a Community language teacher for Mandarin. Unique educational offerings encompass Concert Bands, a strong sports program, and various extracurricular activities such as workshops and a student leadership program.
Community Involvement
The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming and inclusive community that values learning, growth, and success. Teachers collaborate closely with families to develop tailored plans that support individual learning preferences. Lindfield East Public School’s dedication to providing a comprehensive education ensures that every student feels valued and inspired to learn.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Lindfield East Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cromehurst School 1.3 km
- B Killara High School 1.5 km
- C Roseville Public School 1.7 km
- D Lindfield Public School 2.0 km
- E Castle Cove Public School 2.4 km
- F Forestville Public School 2.7 km
- G Killarney Heights High School 2.9 km
- H Killarney Heights Public School 3.1 km
- I Davidson High School 3.2 km
- J Aurora College 3.3 km
- K Killara Public School 3.3 km
- L Lindfield College 3.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 531 (231 girls, 300 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 531
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1167 (percentile 97)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 1% / 6% / 25% / 68%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 2
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 73%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 32.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 68 |
| Year 1 | 66 |
| Year 2 | 62 |
| Year 3 | 95 |
| Year 4 | 58 |
| Year 5 | 110 |
| Year 6 | 72 |
| Total | 531 |
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 | 531 | 231 | 300 | - | 1167 | 32.7 |
| 2024 | 555 | 253 | 302 | 94.4 | 1168 | 32.1 |
| 2023 | 523 | 249 | 274 | 94.8 | 1178 | 31.1 |
| 2022 | 585 | 263 | 322 | 92.3 | 1172 | 34.3 |
| 2021 | 588 | 252 | 336 | 96 | 1173 | 33.1 |
| 2020 | 644 | 286 | 358 | - | 1171 | 36 |
| 2019 | 674 | 310 | 364 | 95.2 | 1175 | 35.7 |
| 2018 | 732 | 334 | 398 | 96 | 1177 | 38.4 |
| 2017 | 735 | 339 | 396 | 97.1 | 1187 | 37.7 |
| 2016 | 764 | 348 | 416 | 96.5 | 1189 | 38.4 |
| 2015 | 769 | 376 | 393 | 96.4 | 1192 | 39.5 |
| 2014 | 764 | 373 | 391 | 96.6 | 1196 | 39.5 |
| 2013 | 735 | 359 | 376 | 96.4 | 1203 | 38.4 |
| 2012 | 741 | 365 | 376 | 96.4 | 1201 | 38.3 |
| 2011 | 750 | 358 | 392 | 96.4 | 1206 | 38.1 |
| 2010 | 718 | 335 | 383 | - | 1208 | 36.9 |
| 2009 | 730 | 346 | 384 | - | 1235 | 36.9 |
| 2008 | 717 | 341 | 376 | - | 1235 | 36.7 |
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.