About the school
Ashfield Public School is dedicated to fostering a learning environment that recognises every child's unique potential and offers every opportunity for growth. The school emphasises holistic educational engagement, encouraging students to develop their individual strengths and talents. Through a culture of evidence-based growth and performance, Ashfield Public School aims to instil a love of learning in its students, equipping them with the necessary skills to connect, thrive, and succeed in their academic journeys.
Educational Philosophy
The school's approach is grounded in high-impact teaching practices and a differentiated curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students. Teachers at Ashfield Public School are encouraged to grow as adaptive, innovative, and future-focused practitioners, ensuring they are well-equipped to guide students effectively.
Community and Diversity
Valuing diversity is a core principle at Ashfield Public School. The school cultivates a community where students from various cultural backgrounds can thrive. Collaborative and informed practices are in place to support the unique abilities of all students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that benefits everyone.
Furthermore, Ashfield Public School actively engages with parents and communities, forming partnerships that enhance educational outcomes. This commitment extends to all facets of school life, creating a vibrant, dynamic environment for learning and personal development.
Mission
Every child, every opportunity.
Location & Catchment Area
- Ashfield Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ashfield Boys High School 95 m
- B Summer Hill Public School 978 m
- C Haberfield Public School 1.3 km
- D Ashbury Public School 1.3 km
- E Yeo Park Infants School 1.5 km
- F Croydon Public School 1.7 km
- G Canterbury Boys High School 1.7 km
- H Kegworth Public School 1.8 km
- I Lewisham Public School 1.9 km
- J Croydon Park Public School 1.9 km
- K Canterbury Girls High School 2.0 km
- L Dobroyd Point Public School 2.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 474 (214 girls, 260 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 474
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1096 (percentile 83)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 9% / 19% / 32% / 40%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 43
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 76%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 70 |
| Year 1 | 57 |
| Year 2 | 57 |
| Year 3 | 63 |
| Year 4 | 71 |
| Year 5 | 79 |
| Year 6 | 77 |
| Total | 474 |
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 | 474 | 214 | 260 | - | 1096 | 30 |
| 2024 | 492 | 213 | 279 | 91 | 1103 | 31.2 |
| 2023 | 499 | 224 | 275 | 91.7 | 1102 | 30.3 |
| 2022 | 476 | 217 | 259 | 89.2 | 1100 | 28.4 |
| 2021 | 481 | 225 | 256 | 94.2 | 1105 | 27.8 |
| 2020 | 471 | 219 | 252 | - | 1104 | 27.9 |
| 2019 | 481 | 230 | 251 | 94.1 | 1104 | 29.5 |
| 2018 | 494 | 235 | 259 | 94.6 | 1090 | 31.5 |
| 2017 | 442 | 220 | 222 | 94.1 | 1093 | 26.5 |
| 2016 | 370 | 180 | 190 | 95 | 1083 | 23.1 |
| 2015 | 305 | 137 | 168 | 95 | 1066 | 21.2 |
| 2014 | 288 | 131 | 157 | 95.9 | 1058 | 19.8 |
| 2013 | 234 | 104 | 130 | 94.2 | 1059 | 18 |
| 2012 | 238 | 108 | 130 | 94.3 | 1086 | 18.6 |
| 2011 | 233 | 94 | 139 | 95.1 | 1057 | 17.6 |
| 2010 | 208 | 88 | 120 | - | 1058 | 16.5 |
| 2009 | 204 | 84 | 120 | - | 1100 | 16.8 |
| 2008 | 231 | 97 | 134 | - | 1100 | 18.2 |
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.