Manly Vale Public School

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About the school

Manly Vale Public School is a dynamic, well-resourced institution located adjacent to the serene Manly Dam. In recent years, the school has undergone a significant rebuild, introducing 40 home bases that feature flexible learning spaces, a modern library equipped with two meeting rooms, and technology hubs. Additionally, a new school hall accommodates up to 1000 students with both indoor and outdoor seating arrangements.

The school boasts an outstanding reputation for its high-quality teaching and learning programs, highlighted by excellent NAPLAN results and performance in University of NSW external competitions. The Higher Order Thinking team coordinates a strategic approach to gifted education, while interactive smart boards and a 1:1 device-to-student ratio enhance the learning experience. Manly Vale Public School offers a range of specialist programs, including dance, gymnastics, and public speaking, fostering well-rounded education.

The school is part of the Northern Beaches Learning Alliance (NBLA), collaborating with 13 local schools for shared resources and professional development. The spacious playground encompasses a hectare of bushland, showcasing diverse flora and fauna, with walking trails and direct access to a State National Park.

The school emphasises an environmental focus with energy-efficient features and an active waste recycling program. The Learning Support Team ensures tailored programs for students with special needs, complemented by a robust student welfare system that includes a Student Representative Council and peer support initiatives.

With reverse cycle air conditioning in all classrooms and a strong community involvement through the active School Council and Parents and Citizens Association, Manly Vale Public School provides a cohesive, supportive environment for parents, teachers, and students alike.

Mission

Manly Vale Public School is dedicated to supporting the development of every student through innovative practice ensuring all students connect, succeed and thrive to become responsible global citizens. MVPS is dedicated to supporting the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of every student, through innovative and collaborative practices that ensure all students connect, succeed and thrive to become responsible community members and global citizens.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
553 (270 girls, 283 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
553
ICSEA What does this mean?
1129 (percentile 91)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
3% / 14% / 31% / 51%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
32.2
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
4.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 65
Year 1 78
Year 2 98
Year 3 78
Year 4 82
Year 5 84
Year 6 68
Total 553

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 553 270 283 - 1129 32.2
2024 568 271 297 92.6 1122 32.3
2023 594 289 305 92.8 1122 33.4
2022 564 271 293 90.3 1122 31.8
2021 569 277 292 94.9 1117 29.7
2020 543 274 269 - 1119 28.6
2019 521 254 267 94.9 1118 28.5
2018 508 233 275 94.6 1112 27.4
2017 488 221 267 96.1 1123 26
2016 456 209 247 94.7 1116 22.6
2015 423 192 231 95.2 1133 22.5
2014 395 189 206 95.5 1122 20.3
2013 359 174 185 95.9 1134 19.2
2012 309 148 161 94.7 1148 16.7
2011 276 143 133 95.1 1146 14.4
2010 244 123 121 - 1105 13.2
2009 236 118 118 - 1078 13.2
2008 227 118 109 - 1078 12.4

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.

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