About the school
Wentworthville Public School has been serving the educational needs of the local community since 1891, catering to over 700 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school boasts a diverse population, with approximately 95% of its students from a Language Background Other Than English, representing more than 42 ethnic and cultural groups. Recognising the traditional custodians of the land, the school values collaboration amongst all community members and strives to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
Educational Approach
The staff at Wentworthville Public School are dedicated and experienced, with a combination of enthusiastic early career teachers and seasoned educators. They work in Stage Teams led by Assistant Principals, developing teaching and learning programs tailored to meet the individual needs of students. The school implements various wellbeing initiatives, including Positive Behaviour for Learning and KidsMatter, focusing on creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive.
Community and Development
As part of the School Infrastructure NSW Planning initiative, Wentworthville Public School is undergoing upgrades to enhance its facilities, ensuring it meets the growing needs of the community. The inclusive environment, aimed at developing confident, resilient, and well-rounded individuals, encourages lifelong learning and active participation in the wider community.
Overall, Wentworthville Public School is committed to fostering a culture of respect, curiosity, and teamwork, ensuring that every student feels valued and inspired to learn. The holistic approach to education prepares students not only academically but also as responsible global citizens.
Mission
At Wentworthville Public School we are committed to educating and supporting all students and their families from a range of diverse, multicultural backgrounds in an inclusive manner so that they can achieve learning growth each year and be prepared for being confident, resilient, global citizens.
Location & Catchment Area
- Wentworthville Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ringrose Public School 1.1 km
- B Darcy Road Public School 1.4 km
- C Pendle Hill Public School 1.4 km
- D Hilltop Road Public School 1.4 km
- E Westmead Public School 1.6 km
- F Palm Avenue School 2.0 km
- G Holroyd School 2.0 km
- H Toongabbie East Public School 2.1 km
- I Redbank School 2.3 km
- J Pendle Hill High School 2.3 km
- K Girraween Public School 2.3 km
- L Parramatta West Public School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 863 (407 girls, 456 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 863
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1111 (percentile 87)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 6% / 12% / 36% / 46%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 18
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 96%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 55.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 142 |
| Year 1 | 141 |
| Year 2 | 139 |
| Year 3 | 108 |
| Year 4 | 129 |
| Year 5 | 109 |
| Year 6 | 95 |
| Total | 863 |
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 | 863 | 407 | 456 | - | 1111 | 55.3 |
| 2024 | 850 | 395 | 455 | 91.4 | 1110 | 55 |
| 2023 | 876 | 423 | 453 | 91.3 | 1111 | 55.6 |
| 2022 | 789 | 388 | 401 | 88.1 | 1098 | 50.8 |
| 2021 | 748 | 374 | 374 | 93.8 | 1091 | 47.9 |
| 2020 | 712 | 360 | 352 | - | 1090 | 46.9 |
| 2019 | 691 | 343 | 348 | 93.1 | 1092 | 45.5 |
| 2018 | 598 | 297 | 301 | 95.4 | 1077 | 38.5 |
| 2017 | 523 | 249 | 274 | 93.5 | 1068 | 32.2 |
| 2016 | 498 | 231 | 267 | 94.4 | 1054 | 30.2 |
| 2015 | 445 | 219 | 226 | 93 | 1059 | 26.8 |
| 2014 | 441 | 209 | 232 | 94.8 | 1048 | 25.6 |
| 2013 | 390 | 180 | 210 | 94.4 | 1062 | 25.2 |
| 2012 | 383 | 179 | 204 | 93.6 | 1107 | 23.2 |
| 2011 | 339 | 162 | 177 | 95 | 1110 | 22 |
| 2010 | 335 | 164 | 171 | - | 1104 | 19.8 |
| 2009 | 353 | 174 | 179 | - | 1076 | 20 |
| 2008 | 372 | 179 | 193 | - | 1076 | 20.4 |
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.