Cabramatta West Public School
Work Together. Learn Together.
About the school
Cabramatta West Public School is located in South Western Sydney and acknowledges that it is situated on Aboriginal land. The school has a diverse student population, with 460 enrolled students, approximately 94% of whom come from a language background other than English. This rich cultural heritage is celebrated within the school community, which is committed to excellence, inclusivity, and fostering positive relationships.
Educational Approach
The school provides a comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6, focusing on empowering every student to learn and grow. Staff, including teachers and a dedicated wellbeing team, work together to meet the diverse needs of all students. Cabramatta West Public School offers a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities that cater to various interests, ensuring each child has the opportunity to thrive.
Community Engagement
Emphasising a safe and inclusive environment, the school values community and fosters a culture where every individual feels welcomed and respected. The principal, Lyndall Droscher, highlights the school’s commitment to supporting academic achievement alongside student wellbeing. An array of supportive programs and initiatives aims to nurture each student's potential and encourage personal bests.
Future Developments
As part of a broader initiative to enhance public education, Cabramatta West Public School is undergoing infrastructure improvements, including the upcoming construction of a new public preschool, set to open in 2027. This facility will provide quality learning experiences for preschool children, further reinforcing the school's dedication to early childhood education.
Mission
At Cabramatta West Public School we empower our learning community to strive towards a culture of excellence. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cabramatta West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cabramatta High School 699 m
- B Les Powell School 1.2 km
- C Mount Pritchard East Public School 1.3 km
- D Canley Heights Public School 1.4 km
- E Mainsbridge School 1.4 km
- F Warwick Farm Public School 1.5 km
- G Harrington Street Public School 1.6 km
- H Lawrence Hargrave School 1.6 km
- I Canley Vale Public School 1.8 km
- J Cabramatta Public School 1.8 km
- K Mount Pritchard Public School 2.1 km
- L Marsden Road Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 477 (222 girls, 255 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 477
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 58% / 26% / 12% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 146
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 93%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 34.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 71 |
| Year 1 | 55 |
| Year 2 | 56 |
| Year 3 | 67 |
| Year 4 | 77 |
| Year 5 | 73 |
| Year 6 | 78 |
| Total | 477 |
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 | 477 | 222 | 255 | - | 950 | 34.5 |
| 2024 | 464 | 215 | 249 | 91.9 | 945 | 35.2 |
| 2023 | 493 | 241 | 252 | 90 | 949 | 36.4 |
| 2022 | 513 | 239 | 274 | 87.4 | 935 | 38 |
| 2021 | 511 | 242 | 269 | 92.9 | 943 | 37.7 |
| 2020 | 525 | 249 | 276 | - | 940 | 39.2 |
| 2019 | 537 | 256 | 281 | 91.6 | 943 | 39.1 |
| 2018 | 570 | 265 | 305 | 92.6 | 939 | 41.1 |
| 2017 | 575 | 279 | 296 | 93 | 928 | 40.2 |
| 2016 | 547 | 260 | 287 | 93.4 | 923 | 39.2 |
| 2015 | 563 | 261 | 302 | 93.7 | 924 | 42.7 |
| 2014 | 594 | 280 | 314 | 95.2 | 920 | 42 |
| 2013 | 607 | 287 | 320 | 96.1 | 943 | 43.2 |
| 2012 | 573 | 276 | 297 | 95.1 | 920 | 42 |
| 2011 | 599 | 299 | 300 | 94.1 | 877 | 45.2 |
| 2010 | 613 | 298 | 315 | - | 877 | 45.3 |
| 2009 | 609 | 291 | 318 | - | 950 | 45.1 |
| 2008 | 585 | 268 | 317 | - | 950 | 42.3 |
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.