About the school
Excelsior Public School is located in the Hills district of Sydney and is recognised as an integral part of the local community. The school's commitment to achieving high-quality learning outcomes is evident in its focus on the core subjects of literacy and numeracy, alongside a dedication to the arts, personal development, and sports. The school operates on the foundation of its motto, 'High Ideals', which shapes its educational philosophy and planning. Excelsior Public School aims to provide quality education through experienced and dedicated staff in a nurturing environment that fosters values and acknowledges the potential of students, staff, parents, and the broader community.
The school emphasises the importance of partnership between teachers and parents, appreciating the unprecedented support it receives from families and the local community. This collaboration is critical to the school's success, helping students to thrive academically and socially. The recent upgrade to the school facilities reflects ongoing support for public education, allowing it to adapt to the needs of the growing communities in Castle Hill. The school is dedicated to improving educational outcomes and providing a comprehensive, inclusive environment for students to learn, grow and succeed.
Mission
At Excelsior Public School we are dedicated to providing quality and engaging differentiated teaching and learning programs that foster high ideals, high expectations and high achievement.
Location & Catchment Area
- Excelsior Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Baulkham Hills High School 1.1 km
- B Crestwood High School 1.4 km
- C Baulkham Hills North Public School 1.6 km
- D Castle Hill High School 1.8 km
- E Castle Hill Public School 1.9 km
- F Crestwood Public School 1.9 km
- G Jasper Road Public School 2.4 km
- H Samuel Gilbert Public School 3.0 km
- I Matthew Pearce Public School 3.2 km
- J Bella Vista Public School 3.6 km
- K Model Farms High School 3.7 km
- L Oakhill Drive Public School 3.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 561 (258 girls, 303 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 561
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1150 (percentile 95)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 3% / 9% / 26% / 61%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 5
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 72%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 73 |
| Year 1 | 74 |
| Year 2 | 90 |
| Year 3 | 88 |
| Year 4 | 83 |
| Year 5 | 78 |
| Year 6 | 75 |
| Total | 561 |
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 | 561 | 258 | 303 | - | 1150 | 30.6 |
| 2024 | 582 | 267 | 315 | 92.2 | 1150 | 32.8 |
| 2023 | 604 | 287 | 317 | 93.3 | 1147 | 34.2 |
| 2022 | 610 | 294 | 316 | 92.2 | 1139 | 33.9 |
| 2021 | 613 | 292 | 321 | 95.5 | 1137 | 34.1 |
| 2020 | 583 | 290 | 293 | - | 1133 | 32.4 |
| 2019 | 560 | 280 | 280 | 94.8 | 1135 | 30.6 |
| 2018 | 541 | 279 | 262 | 95.3 | 1125 | 30.8 |
| 2017 | 523 | 273 | 250 | 95.1 | 1116 | 29 |
| 2016 | 498 | 268 | 230 | 95.9 | 1110 | 26.5 |
| 2015 | 468 | 242 | 226 | 94.5 | 1110 | 23.6 |
| 2014 | 434 | 234 | 200 | 96.4 | 1111 | 21.8 |
| 2013 | 421 | 209 | 212 | 96.1 | 1118 | 21.1 |
| 2012 | 400 | 193 | 207 | 96.3 | 1119 | 20 |
| 2011 | 399 | 187 | 212 | 95.1 | 1119 | 19.8 |
| 2010 | 384 | 179 | 205 | - | 1116 | 18.4 |
| 2009 | 364 | 167 | 197 | - | 1142 | 18.4 |
| 2008 | 375 | 170 | 205 | - | 1142 | 18.4 |
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.