Lidcombe Public School
Nurturing confident, resilient, and compassionate learners.
About the school
Lidcombe Public School is located in the south-western suburbs of Sydney and is committed to providing a high-quality, innovative education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school serves a diverse multilingual community with many K-6 students having a language background other than English. It hosts special education facilities designed for students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, reflecting its inclusive ethos.
Learning Environment
The school boasts a modern educational infrastructure, including air-conditioned classrooms equipped with smartboards, a multi-purpose hall, a canteen, and a well-resourced library with a computer laboratory. Lidcombe Public School places a strong emphasis on fostering positive relationships among teachers, students, and community members, which is vital for facilitating each child’s development as a capable learner.
Educational Programs
An important focus at Lidcombe Public School is its literacy and numeracy programs, which include Guided Reading, writing groups, and the L3 (Language, Learning and Literacy) program. Additionally, the school offers targeted support through initiatives like TEN (Targeted Early Numeracy) and Discovery Learning. Extra-curricular activities thrive in the performing arts and sports, with students participating in school choirs, dance, and a variety of competitive teams.
Community Engagement
The school is supported by an active Parents and Citizens' Association that works collaboratively with staff to create a safe and nurturing learning environment. Lidcombe Public School also promotes the importance of wellbeing through programs like PBIS (Positive Behaviour Intervention Supports), fostering respect and cooperation within the school community. This commitment to care and inclusivity contributes to a positive atmosphere where students can thrive.
Mission
An innovative, caring and inclusive learning community with a holistic educational focus.
Location & Catchment Area
- Lidcombe Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Auburn Public School 1.5 km
- B Homebush West Public School 1.9 km
- C Berala Public School 2.0 km
- D Auburn North Public School 2.3 km
- E Newington Public School 2.3 km
- F Auburn Girls High School 2.4 km
- G Auburn West Public School 2.5 km
- H Homebush Boys High School 2.8 km
- I Marie Bashir Public School 3.4 km
- J Regents Park Public School 3.4 km
- K Karningul School 3.4 km
- L Strathfield South High School 3.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 762 (380 girls, 382 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 762
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1019 (percentile 55)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 29% / 31% / 26% / 14%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 90
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 91%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 54.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 105 |
| Year 1 | 102 |
| Year 2 | 103 |
| Year 3 | 109 |
| Year 4 | 127 |
| Year 5 | 123 |
| Year 6 | 93 |
| Total | 762 |
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 | 762 | 380 | 382 | - | 1019 | 54.7 |
| 2024 | 796 | 401 | 395 | 93.2 | 1014 | 55.6 |
| 2023 | 807 | 396 | 411 | 93.5 | 1017 | 56 |
| 2022 | 839 | 407 | 432 | 91.9 | 1005 | 58 |
| 2021 | 873 | 416 | 457 | 95.9 | 1011 | 58 |
| 2020 | 820 | 395 | 425 | - | 1011 | 55.4 |
| 2019 | 813 | 385 | 428 | 96.3 | 1009 | 56.3 |
| 2018 | 807 | 392 | 415 | 95.2 | 1006 | 54.3 |
| 2017 | 762 | 369 | 393 | 95.2 | 1007 | 50.9 |
| 2016 | 675 | 312 | 363 | 95.4 | 1007 | 46.7 |
| 2015 | 648 | 325 | 323 | 95.9 | 1009 | 45.7 |
| 2014 | 635 | 319 | 316 | 96.6 | 1017 | 42.3 |
| 2013 | 578 | 278 | 300 | 96.2 | 1015 | 41.3 |
| 2012 | 553 | 258 | 295 | 94.9 | 1025 | 38.9 |
| 2011 | 549 | 254 | 295 | 95.8 | 1018 | 39.8 |
| 2010 | 573 | 268 | 305 | - | 1019 | 40.1 |
| 2009 | 553 | 267 | 286 | - | 1026 | 40.4 |
| 2008 | 571 | 277 | 294 | - | 1026 | 41.2 |
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.