About the school
Belmore South Public School has been a cornerstone of education for over 150 years, serving the diverse community of Belmore in Sydney's south-western suburbs. The school is situated on a spacious, green site featuring gardens and open playing fields, providing a welcoming and stimulating environment for learning. With a student population comprised of 91% from language backgrounds other than English, the school thrives on its multicultural community, fostering inclusivity and harmony. Belmore South Public School is committed to quality education, emphasising a personalised approach to student learning through smaller class sizes and tailored support. The school boasts a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, alongside a wide variety of enrichment programs, including music, sports, and creative arts, which aim to nurture the talents and interests of each student.
The dedicated staff at Belmore South are highly qualified and passionate about teaching, ensuring that quality learning activities are delivered to promote high student achievement. The school is known for its innovative educational strategies and inclusion of technology in learning, with initiatives such as the Bring Your Own Technology program enhancing student engagement. Students participate in various extracurricular activities, developing not only academic skills but also social and emotional wellbeing through programs that promote leadership and community involvement.
Additionally, Belmore South Public School places significant importance on mental health and wellbeing, offering comprehensive support programs and fostering a safe, respectful, and active learning environment. By encouraging communication, collaboration, and creativity, the school empowers students to become confident, compassionate citizens ready to engage with the wider world.
Mission
At Belmore South Public School, every child is known, valued and supported to succeed. Through strong relationships, high expectations and quality teaching, we empower students to grow in confidence and reach their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Belmore South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kingsgrove North High School 1.1 km
- B McCallums Hill Public School 1.2 km
- C Clemton Park Public School 1.6 km
- D Belmore Boys High School 1.8 km
- E Belmore North Public School 1.9 km
- F Harcourt Public School 1.9 km
- G Campsie Public School 1.9 km
- H Canterbury Vale School 2.0 km
- I Wangee Park School 2.0 km
- J Lakemba Public School 2.0 km
- K Hampden Park Public School 2.0 km
- L Wiley Park Public School 2.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 230 (108 girls, 122 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 230
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1012 (percentile 52)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 30% / 30% / 28% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 94
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 83%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 33 |
| Year 1 | 27 |
| Year 2 | 36 |
| Year 3 | 27 |
| Year 4 | 39 |
| Year 5 | 35 |
| Year 6 | 33 |
| Total | 230 |
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 | 230 | 108 | 122 | - | 1012 | 17.2 |
| 2024 | 252 | 114 | 138 | 87.1 | 1004 | 18.3 |
| 2023 | 271 | 120 | 151 | 87.7 | 1007 | 18.7 |
| 2022 | 283 | 124 | 159 | 83.5 | 987 | 19.2 |
| 2021 | 288 | 116 | 172 | 90.3 | 985 | 19.2 |
| 2020 | 286 | 115 | 171 | - | 992 | 19.8 |
| 2019 | 287 | 117 | 170 | 89.7 | 981 | 19.4 |
| 2018 | 287 | 117 | 170 | 91.4 | 964 | 19.2 |
| 2017 | 283 | 122 | 161 | 92.4 | 971 | 18.2 |
| 2016 | 247 | 106 | 141 | 93.8 | 971 | 18.2 |
| 2015 | 238 | 108 | 130 | 92.9 | 970 | 16.6 |
| 2014 | 243 | 118 | 125 | 94.1 | 970 | 17 |
| 2013 | 222 | 112 | 110 | 95.2 | 972 | 16.3 |
| 2012 | 215 | 101 | 114 | 94.8 | 988 | 15.6 |
| 2011 | 252 | 121 | 131 | 94.6 | 987 | 18.3 |
| 2010 | 299 | 140 | 159 | - | 988 | 20.2 |
| 2009 | 311 | 136 | 175 | - | 997 | 20.4 |
| 2008 | 334 | 151 | 183 | - | 997 | 21.6 |
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.