About the school
At Narrabeen North Public School, students thrive in a supportive environment characterised by engaged learning and individual attention from caring teachers. The school prioritises the academic, social, physical, and emotional wellbeing of every child, fostering a culture of excellence and high expectations. The school's commitment to inclusivity fosters curiosity, compassion, and responsibility among students, who are well-prepared for their educational journey ahead through strong connections with local senior schools.
Educational Framework
The teaching and learning framework includes a range of extracurricular opportunities spanning sport, music, art, drama, and environmental studies. Sport plays a crucial role in the school culture, with active participation in the PSSA and partnerships with organisations like Tennis Australia and Football NSW. A dedicated gymnastics program enhances physical education offerings, while initiatives like the 'Live Life Well' program promotes healthy eating and movement.
Community Engagement
Positive Behaviours Engaging Learners (PBEL) underpins the school’s policies, highlighting the values of achievement, respect, responsibility, and acceptance. Narrabeen North Public School is deeply rooted in its community with parents actively participating in their children's education through various activities. This strong partnership ensures seamless communication between home and school, reinforcing the school’s vision of collaboration in learning.
Facilities and Environment
The school is uniquely situated amid natural bushland, providing an 'outdoor classroom' that sparks creativity and initiative among students. The iconic Binishells, unique dome structures designed by renowned architect Dr Dante Bini, serve as a notable feature of the school's facilities, enhancing the learning environment and community spirit.
Mission
Location & Catchment Area
- Narrabeen North Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Narrabeen Sports High School 207 m
- B Elanora Heights Public School 1.3 km
- C Narrabeen Lakes Public School 2.4 km
- D Mona Vale Public School 2.5 km
- E Wheeler Heights Public School 3.4 km
- F Pittwater High School 3.5 km
- G Collaroy Plateau Public School 3.8 km
- H Newport Public School 4.5 km
- I Northern Beaches Secondary College Cromer Campus 4.5 km
- J Cromer Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 580 (267 girls, 313 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 580
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1076 (percentile 77)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 10% / 26% / 35% / 29%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 49
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 17%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 39.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 68 |
| Year 1 | 66 |
| Year 2 | 91 |
| Year 3 | 97 |
| Year 4 | 96 |
| Year 5 | 80 |
| Year 6 | 82 |
| Total | 580 |
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 | 580 | 267 | 313 | - | 1076 | 39.9 |
| 2024 | 641 | 300 | 341 | 91 | 1073 | 38.7 |
| 2023 | 691 | 312 | 379 | 91.5 | 1076 | 36.5 |
| 2022 | 706 | 322 | 384 | 86.7 | 1078 | 37.1 |
| 2021 | 756 | 346 | 410 | 93.9 | 1078 | 39.4 |
| 2020 | 743 | 334 | 409 | - | 1077 | 39.2 |
| 2019 | 725 | 329 | 396 | 94.4 | 1072 | 38 |
| 2018 | 697 | 316 | 381 | 94.4 | 1084 | 35.9 |
| 2017 | 665 | 301 | 364 | 94.6 | 1081 | 34.1 |
| 2016 | 630 | 278 | 352 | 95 | 1080 | 31.6 |
| 2015 | 596 | 251 | 345 | 94.7 | 1075 | 30.8 |
| 2014 | 562 | 243 | 319 | 95.3 | 1070 | 28.3 |
| 2013 | 529 | 234 | 295 | 95.1 | 1075 | 27.2 |
| 2012 | 497 | 220 | 277 | 94.4 | 1079 | 25.1 |
| 2011 | 457 | 208 | 249 | 95.7 | 1081 | 24.1 |
| 2010 | 441 | 200 | 241 | - | 1085 | 23.2 |
| 2009 | 411 | 192 | 219 | - | 1085 | 21.6 |
| 2008 | 363 | 175 | 188 | - | 1085 | 20.8 |
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.