About the school
Croydon Public School is a well-established educational institution located in Sydney's inner west, providing quality education for 130 years. With a rich history, the school currently caters to approximately 705 students from over 25 ethnic backgrounds, fostering a co-operative and tolerant community. The school features both modern buildings constructed in 1977 and 2010, as well as the original heritage building that remains at the heart of the site.
Educational Focus
Croydon Public School emphasises literacy and numeracy within its curriculum, ensuring these key areas take precedence in all organisation and timetabling. Additionally, the school offers a diverse range of learning experiences including band, choir, strings, dance, debating, camps, drama, and PSSA sport, contributing to a well-rounded education for its students.
Community and Support
With a dedicated and dynamic staff, the school prides itself on professional abilities, enthusiasm, and multicultural interests. The active Parents and Citizens Association plays a vital role in maintaining high community expectations and fostering relationships between families and the school. This supportive environment ensures that students feel known, valued, and empowered throughout their educational journey.
Facilities
The recent upgrades to school infrastructure enhance the learning experience, with facilities designed for modern education, while maintaining a commitment to preserving its heritage. Furthermore, the school's commitment to wellbeing and inclusiveness remains foundational to its operations, creating a nurturing environment conducive to personal growth.
Mission
At Croydon Public School, we are committed to a culture of equity and excellence where every student is known, valued and empowered to thrive. We foster an inclusive, supportive environment that removes barriers to learning and adapts to meet the needs of all learners through high expectations and personalised support.
Location & Catchment Area
- Croydon Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Burwood Girls High School 526 m
- B Lucas Gardens School 1.3 km
- C Burwood Public School 1.5 km
- D Ashfield Public School 1.7 km
- E Ashfield Boys High School 1.7 km
- F Croydon Park Public School 1.8 km
- G Haberfield Public School 1.8 km
- H Concord High School 1.8 km
- I Five Dock Public School 1.8 km
- J Concord Public School 2.0 km
- K Enfield Public School 2.1 km
- L Ashbury Public School 2.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 576 (290 girls, 286 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 576
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1119 (percentile 89)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 16% / 30% / 48%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 23
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 64%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 32.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 92 |
| Year 1 | 77 |
| Year 2 | 86 |
| Year 3 | 86 |
| Year 4 | 90 |
| Year 5 | 73 |
| Year 6 | 72 |
| Total | 576 |
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 | 576 | 290 | 286 | - | 1119 | 32.5 |
| 2024 | 578 | 290 | 288 | 92.7 | 1116 | 31.9 |
| 2023 | 606 | 307 | 299 | 93.6 | 1115 | 33.5 |
| 2022 | 624 | 316 | 308 | 91.4 | 1117 | 34.3 |
| 2021 | 638 | 330 | 308 | 95.1 | 1123 | 35.2 |
| 2020 | 662 | 343 | 319 | - | 1124 | 36.1 |
| 2019 | 669 | 346 | 323 | 94.9 | 1127 | 35.9 |
| 2018 | 684 | 346 | 338 | 95.5 | 1123 | 36.6 |
| 2017 | 696 | 345 | 351 | 95.6 | 1126 | 35.7 |
| 2016 | 673 | 337 | 336 | 95.5 | 1134 | 34.4 |
| 2015 | 688 | 353 | 335 | 94.9 | 1132 | 34.8 |
| 2014 | 704 | 351 | 353 | 95.5 | 1137 | 36.4 |
| 2013 | 690 | 342 | 348 | 95.5 | 1128 | 35.2 |
| 2012 | 663 | 332 | 331 | 94.7 | 1146 | 34.1 |
| 2011 | 671 | 342 | 329 | 95.5 | 1144 | 34.3 |
| 2010 | 645 | 320 | 325 | - | 1149 | 33.2 |
| 2009 | 633 | 312 | 321 | - | 1106 | 33.2 |
| 2008 | 641 | 328 | 313 | - | 1106 | 32.8 |
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.