Harcourt Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Harcourt Public School provides quality teaching and learning programs designed to cultivate a love of learning and equip students with essential skills for both academic and social-emotional development. Nestled in a safe and supportive environment, the school encourages students to take risks and be responsible for their own learning. Recognising that each child learns at their own pace, staff employ explicit teaching strategies tailored to various learning styles and needs, ensuring that all students thrive.
Student Welfare and Support
The school has robust programs centred on student welfare, leadership development, and personal achievement. With a diverse student population—93% of whom have a language background other than English—Harcourt celebrates the richness and diversity of its community. The school's commitment to quality education is bolstered by a partnership model with families, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to succeed academically and emotionally.
Facilities and Programs
Harcourt Public School is undergoing continued improvements, including a new public preschool and the completion of the Cooler Classrooms project, enhancing the learning environment. The school's facilities are designed to foster a culture of inclusivity and engagement, supporting students in exploring a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities that ignite their passions. With a steadfast focus on nurturing curiosity and respect, Harcourt Public School stands out as a community dedicated to empowering every learner.
Mission
At Harcourt Public School every learner receives a high-quality education that enables them to achieve ambitious learning goals within a school culture that strengthens student wellbeing and development.
Location & Catchment Area
- Harcourt Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wangee Park School 81 m
- B Campsie Public School 894 m
- C Belmore Boys High School 965 m
- D Belmore North Public School 1.0 km
- E Belmore South Public School 1.9 km
- F Croydon Park Public School 2.0 km
- G Canterbury Vale School 2.1 km
- H Canterbury South Public School 2.1 km
- I Hampden Park Public School 2.1 km
- J Strathfield South Public School 2.3 km
- K Enfield Public School 2.3 km
- L Canterbury Public School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 373 (175 girls, 198 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 373
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1033 (percentile 61)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 25% / 27% / 32% / 17%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 73
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 87%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 24.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Year 1 | 43 |
| Year 2 | 55 |
| Year 3 | 61 |
| Year 4 | 52 |
| Year 5 | 39 |
| Year 6 | 64 |
| Total | 373 |
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 | 373 | 175 | 198 | - | 1033 | 24.9 |
| 2024 | 397 | 196 | 201 | 91 | 1031 | 26.4 |
| 2023 | 429 | 209 | 220 | 91.1 | 1030 | 27.6 |
| 2022 | 415 | 196 | 219 | 89.2 | 1038 | 28.1 |
| 2021 | 457 | 199 | 258 | 93.9 | 1038 | 30 |
| 2020 | 466 | 204 | 262 | - | 1038 | 31.7 |
| 2019 | 504 | 232 | 272 | 93.3 | 1040 | 33.6 |
| 2018 | 515 | 241 | 274 | 93.9 | 1037 | 36.2 |
| 2017 | 550 | 262 | 288 | 93.7 | 1040 | 37.3 |
| 2016 | 563 | 271 | 292 | 94.7 | 1037 | 36.2 |
| 2015 | 573 | 267 | 306 | 95.6 | 1037 | 37.8 |
| 2014 | 587 | 274 | 313 | 95.8 | 1031 | 38.1 |
| 2013 | 578 | 274 | 304 | 96.2 | 1034 | 37.4 |
| 2012 | 601 | 286 | 315 | 95.6 | 1057 | 37.6 |
| 2011 | 599 | 290 | 309 | 95.1 | 1051 | 36.3 |
| 2010 | 594 | 290 | 304 | - | 1055 | 36.5 |
| 2009 | 602 | 298 | 304 | - | 1012 | 37.9 |
| 2008 | 608 | 312 | 296 | - | 1012 | 38.7 |
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.