About the school
Oatlands Public School is a welcoming and supportive learning community located in Oatlands, just two kilometres north of the Parramatta Central Business District. The school offers a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, fostering a positive environment that prioritises student wellbeing and academic excellence. With a highly qualified and dedicated staff, the school focuses on strong literacy and numeracy programs tailored to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Curriculum and Programs
The school provides a broad and engaging curriculum that incorporates target teaching in reading and numeracy, alongside opportunities in creative, academic, and interpersonal areas. This approach empowers students to discover their passions and reach their full potential. Additionally, the school boasts a well-established enrichment program, allowing students to excel in various pursuits such as academic competitions, public speaking, and dance. The interactive learning program utilises a range of technologies, including a modern computer lab and interactive whiteboards, to enhance student engagement and skill development.
Community and Support
Oatlands Public School prides itself on its caring and inclusive community, where strong relationships between staff, students, and families contribute to a nurturing environment. The school's welfare framework and student leadership initiatives foster positive social interactions and collaboration among students. On-site before and after school care, as well as vacation programs, are available to support families. The school actively engages the community and values diversity, ensuring every student feels safe, respected, and valued.
Oatlands Public School is committed to educational excellence and aims to help every student learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
At Oatlands Public School, our vision is for all students to thrive. We help shape their identity as lifelong learners by fostering student voice and agency. Through targeted and explicit teaching, we support each student in reaching their full potential in reading and numeracy. We nurture our students' talents and closely track the progress of each child to ensure that everyone succeeds.
Location & Catchment Area
- Oatlands Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Parramatta East Public School 853 m
- B Burnside Public School 963 m
- C Dundas Public School 1.3 km
- D Macarthur Girls High School 1.8 km
- E Parramatta North Public School 1.8 km
- F Telopea Public School 1.9 km
- G Secondary College of Languages 2.0 km
- H Cumberland High School 2.1 km
- I Arthur Phillip High School 2.3 km
- J Parramatta Public School 2.3 km
- K Bayanami Public School 2.3 km
- L Carlingford West Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 159 (75 girls, 84 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 159
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1072 (percentile 76)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 14% / 21% / 27% / 38%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 56
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 51%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 22 |
| Year 1 | 24 |
| Year 2 | 22 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 22 |
| Year 5 | 19 |
| Year 6 | 25 |
| Total | 159 |
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 | 159 | 75 | 84 | - | 1072 | 14.3 |
| 2024 | 161 | 81 | 80 | 92 | 1077 | 14.1 |
| 2023 | 175 | 83 | 92 | 92.7 | 1082 | 14.1 |
| 2022 | 186 | 80 | 106 | 90.9 | 1080 | 14.3 |
| 2021 | 184 | 74 | 110 | 94.1 | 1065 | 14.3 |
| 2020 | 201 | 87 | 114 | - | 1068 | 14.7 |
| 2019 | 217 | 97 | 120 | 92.3 | 1075 | 15.9 |
| 2018 | 213 | 92 | 121 | 93.5 | 1062 | 14.4 |
| 2017 | 204 | 92 | 112 | 93.5 | 1083 | 15.3 |
| 2016 | 182 | 76 | 106 | 93.1 | 1066 | 14.1 |
| 2015 | 188 | 82 | 106 | 94.8 | 1073 | 14.4 |
| 2014 | 172 | 74 | 98 | 95.6 | 1085 | 12.4 |
| 2013 | 165 | 75 | 90 | 95.6 | 1060 | 12.4 |
| 2012 | 161 | 67 | 94 | 94 | 1091 | 13.7 |
| 2011 | 189 | 84 | 105 | 95.2 | 1088 | 13.7 |
| 2010 | 203 | 93 | 110 | - | 1090 | 15.3 |
| 2009 | 230 | 110 | 120 | - | 1088 | 16.7 |
| 2008 | 236 | 123 | 113 | - | 1088 | 16.1 |
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.