About the school
Ryde Public School has been a cornerstone of the Ryde community for 143 years, blending historic charm with modern facilities. The school features heritage-listed sandstone buildings and contemporary classrooms set within spacious, well-maintained grounds. A significant part of the school's history includes the first Arbour Day planting in 1890, symbolising its long-standing connection to the environment and community.
Ryde Public School is dedicated to creating a learning atmosphere that is engaging, caring, and relevant to students' lives. The institution prioritises the academic, cultural, and social development of its students, fostering lifelong learning through a well-rounded curriculum. The school proudly embraces cultural diversity, catering to a wide spectrum of backgrounds, and effectively addresses diverse learning needs through various specialist programs, including two Opportunity Classes and support classes designed for students with specific requirements.
To ensure that every child succeeds, Ryde Public School implements tailored learning support and community language programs, as well as general English as a Second Language initiatives. The staff collaborates closely with families, aiming to cultivate an inclusive environment where students feel valued and inspired to learn. Overall, Ryde Public School is committed to nurturing confident, resilient, and self-directed learners who are prepared for the challenges of the future.
Mission
At Ryde Public School we believe that every student should be challenged to learn and continually improve in a respectful, inclusive and engaging environment of high expectations.
Location & Catchment Area
- Ryde Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ryde Secondary College 1.0 km
- B Putney Public School 1.4 km
- C Marsden High School 1.5 km
- D Smalls Road Public School 1.5 km
- E Meadowbank Public School 1.5 km
- F Ryde East Public School 1.8 km
- G Arndell School 1.9 km
- H West Ryde Public School 2.2 km
- I North Ryde Public School 2.3 km
- J Denistone East Public School 2.3 km
- K Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre 2.3 km
- L Rivendell School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 497 (229 girls, 268 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 497
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1096 (percentile 83)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 7% / 19% / 37% / 37%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 33
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 82%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 33.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 45 |
| Year 1 | 72 |
| Year 2 | 54 |
| Year 3 | 74 |
| Year 4 | 72 |
| Year 5 | 92 |
| Year 6 | 88 |
| Total | 497 |
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 | 497 | 229 | 268 | - | 1096 | 33.5 |
| 2024 | 517 | 242 | 275 | 91.7 | 1096 | 36.2 |
| 2023 | 512 | 237 | 275 | 91.8 | 1098 | 35.9 |
| 2022 | 536 | 237 | 299 | 89.6 | 1092 | 37.9 |
| 2021 | 557 | 258 | 299 | 94.7 | 1087 | 37.5 |
| 2020 | 570 | 266 | 304 | - | 1090 | 38.9 |
| 2019 | 602 | 276 | 326 | 95.4 | 1091 | 41 |
| 2018 | 620 | 274 | 346 | 95 | 1088 | 40.7 |
| 2017 | 584 | 255 | 329 | 94.6 | 1086 | 38.7 |
| 2016 | 545 | 232 | 313 | 94.5 | 1086 | 35.7 |
| 2015 | 498 | 226 | 272 | 94.8 | 1087 | 34 |
| 2014 | 504 | 220 | 284 | 96.1 | 1090 | 31 |
| 2013 | 461 | 208 | 253 | 95.9 | 1095 | 28.6 |
| 2012 | 421 | 181 | 240 | 95.4 | 1120 | 28.6 |
| 2011 | 422 | 181 | 241 | 95.4 | 1123 | 27.5 |
| 2010 | 389 | 166 | 223 | - | 1125 | 24.3 |
| 2009 | 375 | 172 | 203 | - | 1095 | 23.5 |
| 2008 | 431 | 202 | 229 | - | 1095 | 26 |
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.