About the school
Blacktown South Public School serves a diverse local community, providing quality educational opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is committed to inclusivity, offering outstanding teaching programs to all students, including those from Aboriginal and multicultural backgrounds. An Opportunity Class (OC Unit) is available for academically gifted children in Years 5 and 6, along with support for students learning English as a second language and those with identified learning needs.
Educational Focus
The school prioritises student competencies in key learning areas such as English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Human Society and its Environment, Creative and Practical Arts, and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. Blacktown South Public School boasts a proud history of providing extensive opportunities in performing arts and sports, fostering student welfare and leadership.
Student Achievements
Students at Blacktown South Public School celebrate successes across various competitions, including University Academic Challenges, inter-school athletics, swimming, and cross-country events, as well as Zone debating and public speaking. The school integrates modern technology with resources such as Interactive Whiteboards and Touchscreen panels, creating an engaging learning environment.
The school has been an integral part of the community for over 50 years, welcoming families whose lineage extends to previous generations. Learning excursions add practical experiences to the curriculum, giving students opportunities to perform at significant venues such as the Opera House and participate in regional dance, music, and drama festivals.
Blacktown South Public School proudly embraces traditional values in partnership with the community, encouraging every student to strive for achievement.
Mission
At Blacktown South Public School, we believe in creating an environment that is engaging, inclusive and nurturing to develop safe, respectful learners. We aim to inspire students to develop a passion for learning and actively strive for success in all endeavours. We are committed to ensuring all students become curious, creative and reflective lifelong learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Blacktown South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Coreen School 952 m
- B Mitchell High School 1.1 km
- C Walters Road Public School 1.3 km
- D Shelley Public School 1.5 km
- E Blacktown West Public School 1.6 km
- F Evans High School 1.6 km
- G Bert Oldfield Public School 1.8 km
- H Blacktown Girls High School 2.1 km
- I Blacktown Boys High School 2.1 km
- J Seven Hills West Public School 2.2 km
- K Blacktown North Public School 2.5 km
- L Marayong Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 936 (442 girls, 494 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 936
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1042 (percentile 65)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 23% / 32% / 23%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 66
- Indigenous students
- 3%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 83%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 52.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 109 |
| Year 1 | 99 |
| Year 2 | 119 |
| Year 3 | 135 |
| Year 4 | 139 |
| Year 5 | 171 |
| Year 6 | 164 |
| Total | 936 |
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 | 936 | 442 | 494 | - | 1042 | 52.1 |
| 2024 | 987 | 459 | 528 | 89.6 | 1052 | 53.7 |
| 2023 | 1,036 | 481 | 555 | 90.8 | 1052 | 56.5 |
| 2022 | 1,045 | 482 | 563 | 87.5 | 1048 | 56.9 |
| 2021 | 1,067 | 487 | 580 | 93 | 1048 | 59.6 |
| 2020 | 1,091 | 507 | 584 | - | 1046 | 61.7 |
| 2019 | 1,092 | 506 | 586 | 92.4 | 1044 | 60.3 |
| 2018 | 1,071 | 499 | 572 | 93.3 | 1042 | 58.4 |
| 2017 | 1,007 | 477 | 530 | 93.2 | 1041 | 54.1 |
| 2016 | 960 | 460 | 500 | 93.8 | 1042 | 51.2 |
| 2015 | 922 | 436 | 486 | 93.3 | 1041 | 46.9 |
| 2014 | 868 | 406 | 462 | 95.8 | 1042 | 45.6 |
| 2013 | 819 | 398 | 421 | 96.2 | 1045 | 45.6 |
| 2012 | 802 | 376 | 426 | 94.7 | 1041 | 43 |
| 2011 | 793 | 363 | 430 | 95.3 | 1036 | 41.1 |
| 2010 | 772 | 366 | 406 | - | 1033 | 39.6 |
| 2009 | 758 | 363 | 395 | - | 993 | 39.4 |
| 2008 | 790 | 388 | 402 | - | 993 | 40.9 |
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.