About the school
Fairfield West Public School, located in Fairfield West, boasts a vibrant learning community with a commitment to fostering an innovative educational environment. With over 700 students, a diverse population where 83% speak English as an Additional Language or Dialect, the school nurtures academic growth and prioritises equity and creativity in learning.
Facilities
The school offers modern amenities, including classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, iPads, and air conditioning, a library research centre, two information communication labs, a music room featuring a specialist teacher, and ample outdoor spaces such as a basketball court and covered learning areas.
Learning Environment
Fairfield West Public School focuses on providing rich and engaging educational experiences through tailored learning programs that target literacy, numeracy, and technology. The curriculum includes support mechanisms such as Reading Recovery, English as a Second Language programs, and provisions for gifted and talented students, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.
Extracurricular Activities
The school prides itself on a robust sports program that facilitates fundamental movement skills and participation in various competitive activities, including cricket, soccer, netball, and swimming. Students are also exposed to professional coaching in arts and sports, promoting a well-rounded education.
Community Engagement
The school values strong links with local high schools and community organisations, fostering a collaborative approach to education. Parents, teachers, and students work hand in hand to enhance learning outcomes and promote personal growth. The supportive ethos ensures that every child is equipped to succeed and cultivate a lifelong passion for learning.
Mission
We are dedicated to inspiring excellence through a strong commitment to student growth and a proven model for academic success.
Location & Catchment Area
- Fairfield West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Westfields Sports High School 418 m
- B Fairvale High School 757 m
- C Smithfield West Public School 1.3 km
- D Fairfield Heights Public School 1.4 km
- E Fairvale Public School 1.8 km
- F King Park Public School 1.8 km
- G Smithfield Public School 1.8 km
- H Canley Heights Public School 1.9 km
- I William Stimson Public School 2.3 km
- J Prairiewood High School 2.3 km
- K Canley Vale Public School 2.4 km
- L Harrington Street Public School 2.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 545 (259 girls, 286 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 545
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 914 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 68% / 19% / 10% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 180
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 93%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 48.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Year 1 | 69 |
| Year 2 | 84 |
| Year 3 | 85 |
| Year 4 | 79 |
| Year 5 | 76 |
| Year 6 | 93 |
| Total | 545 |
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 | 545 | 259 | 286 | - | 914 | 48.6 |
| 2024 | 598 | 290 | 308 | 91 | 916 | 51.6 |
| 2023 | 643 | 303 | 340 | 90.5 | 925 | 52.8 |
| 2022 | 645 | 308 | 337 | 87.4 | 921 | 51.4 |
| 2021 | 644 | 301 | 343 | 93.8 | 916 | 47.7 |
| 2020 | 724 | 338 | 386 | - | 918 | 49.3 |
| 2019 | 772 | 373 | 399 | 92.9 | 918 | 50 |
| 2018 | 769 | 364 | 405 | 94.2 | 924 | 52 |
| 2017 | 755 | 365 | 390 | 93.7 | 930 | 50.6 |
| 2016 | 732 | 358 | 374 | 93.9 | 936 | 47.7 |
| 2015 | 712 | 345 | 367 | 94.2 | 943 | 46.4 |
| 2014 | 703 | 341 | 362 | 94.5 | 947 | 44 |
| 2013 | 677 | 340 | 337 | 95.1 | 962 | 43.4 |
| 2012 | 668 | 327 | 341 | 93.8 | 974 | 45.2 |
| 2011 | 636 | 307 | 329 | 95.6 | 965 | 43.5 |
| 2010 | 611 | 290 | 321 | - | 962 | 42.6 |
| 2009 | 649 | 302 | 347 | - | 958 | 43.1 |
| 2008 | 628 | 279 | 349 | - | 958 | 40.6 |
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.