About the school
Eastwood Public School is a large primary school located in suburban Eastwood, catering to approximately 810 students, over 90% of whom come from language backgrounds other than English. The school is dedicated to developing students into outstanding citizens by fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment. With a strong emphasis on respect, responsibility, and resilience, Eastwood Public School aims to instill a love of learning while promoting cultural diversity and community service.
Academic Excellence
The school provides a rigorous academic curriculum, achieving impressive results in both academic and extracurricular pursuits, including sports and the performing arts. It features a specialist music program, offering two bands and two strings groups, with students performing at prestigious venues like the Sydney Opera House. Furthermore, two Community Language programs in Mandarin and Korean support language learning.
Technology and Engagement
In a rapidly changing world, Eastwood Public School prioritises engaging students with technology as a vital learning tool, promoting both academic and personal growth. Recognising that student wellbeing is integral to success, the school fosters a culture of support and connection, ensuring every child feels valued.
Community Partnerships
The school proudly maintains strong partnerships with families and the wider community, creating a supportive environment where parents actively collaborate with staff for the students' benefit. Overall, Eastwood Public School exemplifies a commitment to educational excellence and holistic development in a diverse cultural landscape.
Mission
Eastwood Public School is a place where learning is purposeful, students are supported to grow, and every child is encouraged to achieve their personal best.
Location & Catchment Area
- Eastwood Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ermington Public School 1.5 km
- B Ngarala Public School 1.6 km
- C Denistone East Public School 1.7 km
- D West Ryde Public School 1.8 km
- E Yates Avenue Public School 1.9 km
- F Eastwood Heights Public School 2.0 km
- G Ermington West Public School 2.4 km
- H Epping West Public School 2.4 km
- I Melrose Park Public School 2.5 km
- J Meadowbank Public School 2.6 km
- K Carlingford Public School 2.6 km
- L Marsden High School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 701 (318 girls, 383 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 701
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1108 (percentile 86)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 15% / 39% / 41%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 19
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 95%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 43.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 88 |
| Year 1 | 81 |
| Year 2 | 82 |
| Year 3 | 118 |
| Year 4 | 110 |
| Year 5 | 114 |
| Year 6 | 108 |
| Total | 701 |
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 | 701 | 318 | 383 | - | 1108 | 43.3 |
| 2024 | 763 | 353 | 410 | 93.3 | 1115 | 47.3 |
| 2023 | 836 | 389 | 447 | 94.4 | 1113 | 50.7 |
| 2022 | 867 | 412 | 455 | 91.3 | 1121 | 50.9 |
| 2021 | 872 | 409 | 463 | 96.7 | 1121 | 52.3 |
| 2020 | 892 | 427 | 465 | - | 1125 | 53.5 |
| 2019 | 907 | 440 | 467 | 95.2 | 1132 | 52 |
| 2018 | 882 | 442 | 440 | 96 | 1127 | 52 |
| 2017 | 839 | 410 | 429 | 96.4 | 1133 | 48 |
| 2016 | 794 | 385 | 409 | 96.2 | 1142 | 46.4 |
| 2015 | 808 | 388 | 420 | 96.3 | 1140 | 47.2 |
| 2014 | 814 | 381 | 433 | 97.4 | 1135 | 43.4 |
| 2013 | 802 | 369 | 433 | 97.1 | 1145 | 46.6 |
| 2012 | 733 | 349 | 384 | 96.8 | 1162 | 42.9 |
| 2011 | 702 | 346 | 356 | 96.7 | 1162 | 40.1 |
| 2010 | 690 | 316 | 374 | - | 1163 | 40.9 |
| 2009 | 651 | 295 | 356 | - | 1165 | 38.7 |
| 2008 | 673 | 296 | 377 | - | 1165 | 39.3 |
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.