Fairvale Public School

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About the school

Fairvale Public School is a dynamic, caring, and inclusive educational institution located in Fairfield, embracing 21st Century Learning principles to cultivate successful literate and numerate citizens. With an enrolment of 608 students, the school exhibits a strong multicultural ethos, with 95% of students coming from language backgrounds other than English, including about 20% who are newly arrived refugees. This diverse learning community prioritises student outcomes in literacy and numeracy, supported by targeted funding aimed at assisting refugee students and new arrivals.

Educational Programs

The school features a range of quality programs, including creative arts, sports, and various extra-curricular initiatives that enrich the student experience. Fairvale operates 26 classes, designed in stage teams, along with three extension classes that allow for tailored learning paths. Students in Years 4 to 6 are encouraged to bring their own devices, enhancing their educational opportunities across the curriculum.

Community and Support

Fairvale Public School prides itself on its collaborative environment, driven by a dedicated staff comprising both experienced and early career teachers, who bring a wealth of knowledge to their roles. The school promotes strong parent involvement through an active parent group, alongside support from a community liaison officer, ensuring holistic development and connection within the school community. The commitment to professional learning is consistent, particularly through the Department of Education's Early Action for Success initiative which fosters effective teaching practices and learning outcomes.

With strategic goals focused on future-ready learning and promoting a positive school culture, Fairvale Public School remains dedicated to nurturing every child’s potential, fostering an inclusive and inspired community of learners.

Mission

At Fairvale Public School, we proudly serve the Fairfield community by fostering a culture where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their best. Through high expectations and an inclusive learning environment, we empower learners to grow with confidence, reach their potential, and succeed in all areas of life.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
503 (268 girls, 235 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
503
ICSEA What does this mean?
919 (percentile 15)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
63% / 21% / 12% / 4%
Indigenous students
1%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
32.1
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
3.8

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 52
Year 1 72
Year 2 68
Year 3 63
Year 4 66
Year 5 89
Year 6 93
Total 503

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 503 268 235 - 919 32.1
2024 512 271 241 88.4 909 34
2023 522 264 258 89.4 906 34.8
2022 520 259 261 85.4 885 36.3
2021 562 273 289 91.1 906 35.7
2020 652 311 341 - 908 40.2
2019 636 287 349 91.5 909 37.2
2018 617 289 328 92.6 904 36.9
2017 647 301 346 92.4 916 36.4
2016 628 310 318 92.6 924 37.8
2015 655 324 331 92.6 932 39.2
2014 631 307 324 93.9 936 36.2
2013 589 285 304 94 956 34.3
2012 574 279 295 94.8 977 34.3
2011 558 272 286 94.4 969 34
2010 555 274 281 - 968 34.2
2009 561 269 292 - 975 33.8
2008 534 257 277 - 975 34.2

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.

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