About the school
Bert Oldfield Public School is a dynamic, caring, and successful educational centre located in Seven Hills. Named after the renowned Australian cricketer, it has been serving the community since 1959. The school is set in spacious, well-maintained grounds and is home to a diverse student body, with over 62% of students coming from a language background other than English, representing 28 nationalities and speaking over 40 different languages. This includes many children who are refugees.
The dedicated and highly qualified teaching staff, along with supportive staff and an involved school community, have developed a core curriculum and special programs aimed at achieving positive educational outcomes. The school encourages community participation as a vital part of its ethos, creating a quality learning environment that allows students to acquire crucial knowledge, skills, and attitudes for successful lives.
Bert Oldfield Public School is committed to its motto, 'Learn to Live,' and strives to make a significant difference in the lives of every child. The school's curriculum is designed to meet various student needs, empowering learners to become self-directed, confident, and capable individuals. With tailored support and a focus on inclusivity, the school fosters an environment where every child is encouraged to dream big and reach their fullest potential.
Mission
Bert Oldfield Public School is committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student is empowered to explore their unique potential, and every teacher passionately supports the attainment of aspirational goals. Through integrity, excellence, and innovation, character and resilience is built and a growth mindset is fostered. Community connections are cultivated and nurtured ensuring our students become socially aware, ethical citizens who care for the world around them.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bert Oldfield Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mitchell High School 1.1 km
- B Seven Hills West Public School 1.3 km
- C Coreen School 1.3 km
- D The Hills Sports High School 1.4 km
- E Shelley Public School 1.4 km
- F Seven Hills Public School 1.5 km
- G William Rose School 1.5 km
- H The Meadows Public School 1.7 km
- I Blacktown South Public School 1.8 km
- J Lalor Park Public School 2.0 km
- K Blacktown Boys High School 2.0 km
- L Metella Road Public School 2.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 175 (84 girls, 91 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 175
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1015 (percentile 54)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 30% / 25% / 28% / 17%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 86
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 73%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 26 |
| Year 1 | 22 |
| Year 2 | 32 |
| Year 3 | 22 |
| Year 4 | 24 |
| Year 5 | 18 |
| Year 6 | 31 |
| Total | 175 |
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 | 175 | 84 | 91 | - | 1015 | 12.4 |
| 2024 | 211 | 103 | 108 | 90.3 | 1030 | 14.2 |
| 2023 | 231 | 112 | 119 | 89.2 | 1024 | 14.6 |
| 2022 | 240 | 122 | 118 | 88.1 | 1034 | 14.8 |
| 2021 | 255 | 128 | 127 | 93 | 1021 | 14.6 |
| 2020 | 267 | 127 | 140 | - | 1032 | 16.8 |
| 2019 | 288 | 139 | 149 | 91.6 | 1020 | 17.4 |
| 2018 | 270 | 128 | 142 | 93.3 | 1023 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | 247 | 118 | 129 | 93.9 | 1024 | 14.4 |
| 2016 | 269 | 137 | 132 | 91.6 | 1003 | 15.2 |
| 2015 | 232 | 108 | 124 | 94.1 | 1008 | 14.6 |
| 2014 | 227 | 111 | 116 | 94.2 | 995 | 14.7 |
| 2013 | 202 | 101 | 101 | 95.7 | 1011 | 13.5 |
| 2012 | 217 | 105 | 112 | 93.7 | 1006 | 13.8 |
| 2011 | 232 | 113 | 119 | 94.6 | 1010 | 14.5 |
| 2010 | 259 | 128 | 131 | - | 1017 | 15.9 |
| 2009 | 262 | 116 | 146 | - | 1019 | 14.8 |
| 2008 | 243 | 114 | 129 | - | 1019 | 15.3 |
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.