About the school
Dural Public School is a vibrant educational institution established in 1869, dedicated to fostering the success of its students. The school aims to encourage every child to reach their potential, helping them to become confident, caring, and socially responsible citizens in the 21st century. The diverse school community includes students from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, creating an enriching environment for learning. In addition to a robust academic curriculum, the school provides numerous opportunities for participation in sports, the performing arts, and environmental initiatives, all contributing to lifelong learning.
Values Education is at the forefront of the school’s mission, with a strong emphasis on respect, responsibility, and success. The dedicated staff comprises experienced educators, including specialist teachers in arts, library, and learning support, all of whom are qualified to deliver quality education in alignment with NSW public school standards.
Dural Public School prides itself on a community-centric approach, involving families and local initiatives to enhance the educational experience. The school's ethos of inclusivity and support ensures that each student’s learning needs are addressed, fostering a culture where every individual is valued and encouraged to excel. The school's many extracurricular programs further enrich student life, promoting not just academic achievement, but also personal growth and creative expression.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Success are woven into everything we do.
Location & Catchment Area
- Dural Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Glenhaven Public School 2.7 km
- B Kenthurst Public School 3.0 km
- C Galston High School 3.2 km
- D John Purchase Public School 3.8 km
- E Cherrybrook Technology High School 3.9 km
- F Oakhill Drive Public School 4.0 km
- G Samuel Gilbert Public School 4.4 km
- H Galston Public School 4.6 km
- I Middle Dural Public School 4.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 350 (171 girls, 179 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 350
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1102 (percentile 85)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 7% / 20% / 31% / 41%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 41
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 44%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 39 |
| Year 1 | 39 |
| Year 2 | 35 |
| Year 3 | 43 |
| Year 4 | 47 |
| Year 5 | 66 |
| Year 6 | 81 |
| Total | 350 |
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 | 350 | 171 | 179 | - | 1102 | 18.8 |
| 2024 | 347 | 180 | 167 | 93.3 | 1113 | 17.6 |
| 2023 | 350 | 178 | 172 | 93.1 | 1106 | 18.8 |
| 2022 | 368 | 179 | 189 | 89.4 | 1112 | 18.4 |
| 2021 | 397 | 185 | 212 | 94.7 | 1106 | 19.5 |
| 2020 | 416 | 205 | 211 | - | 1108 | 20.7 |
| 2019 | 438 | 215 | 223 | 93.9 | 1106 | 21.7 |
| 2018 | 435 | 210 | 225 | 94.5 | 1114 | 21.5 |
| 2017 | 431 | 220 | 211 | 95.1 | 1103 | 21.5 |
| 2016 | 426 | 205 | 221 | 94 | 1103 | 21.4 |
| 2015 | 428 | 211 | 217 | 94.8 | 1105 | 21.2 |
| 2014 | 442 | 222 | 220 | 96.3 | 1105 | 21.5 |
| 2013 | 436 | 219 | 217 | 95 | 1108 | 21.3 |
| 2012 | 441 | 219 | 222 | 95.7 | 1116 | 20.4 |
| 2011 | 384 | 193 | 191 | 94.2 | 1119 | 18.2 |
| 2010 | 357 | 175 | 182 | - | 1122 | 16 |
| 2009 | 386 | 192 | 194 | - | 1131 | 19.4 |
| 2008 | 395 | 192 | 203 | - | 1131 | 18.2 |
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.