Bankstown West Public School

Years Pre K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Phone: (02) 9790 6158
Email: bankstownw-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Address: William St, Bankstown NSW 2200
Website: https://bankstownw-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Quick facts

Established: 1 May 1931
Category: Primary School
Gender: Co-ed
Subjects: Comprehensive
Local government area: Canterbury-Bankstown
State electorate: Bankstown
Federal electorate: Watson

About the school

Bankstown West Public School takes pride in its engaged students, quality teachers, harmonious community, and spacious grounds. The learning and wellbeing of students is the prime concern, and the school nurtures active, resilient, successful learners through high-quality, evidence-based teaching that focuses on innovation and community engagement. It provides quality instruction across all key learning areas and participates in rigorous programs that support literacy and numeracy. The school has particular strengths in technology, creative arts, and sport programs, along with strong transition programs that ensure a smooth introduction to school life. Community language classes in Vietnamese and Arabic, a school readiness program for preschoolers, and before- and after-school care are also offered.

Individual needs are addressed, with additional support provided by English as an Additional Language (EAL/D) teachers, Learning and Support teachers, and enrichment programs for talented students in various disciplines. Teachers engage in regular professional development to maintain world-class skills and knowledge, aiming to deliver the highest standard of education to students representing over 30 different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

The school instills core values of respect, responsibility, and commitment, preparing students for productive lives beyond primary school. Continuous and exceptional academic improvement is evidenced through NAPLAN results, and the school has been publicly recognised for its achievements. Overall, Bankstown West Public School fosters a warm, supportive environment where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their potential.

Mission

To focus on the development of the whole child's academic excellence, social-emotional growth, creativity, and well-being.

Location & Catchment Area

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments: 317 (145 girls, 172 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?: 317
ICSEA What does this mean?: 992 (percentile 43)
SEA quarters What does this mean?: 37% / 32% / 23% / 7%
FOEI What does this mean?: 121
Indigenous students: 3%
LBOTE What does this mean?: 91%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 20.9
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 2.8

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade	Headcount
Kindergarten	43
Year 1	48
Year 2	41
Year 3	37
Year 4	49
Year 5	53
Year 6	46
Total	317

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	317	145	172	-	992	20.9
2024	320	147	173	88.7	988	21.5
2023	316	146	170	89.9	997	21.5
2022	325	147	178	89.2	1000	22
2021	353	166	187	94.1	1006	20.8
2020	335	153	182	-	1004	20.1
2019	345	154	191	93.5	1005	21.4
2018	313	153	160	93.8	995	20.9
2017	306	158	148	94	992	20.5
2016	296	152	144	93.8	988	19.2
2015	273	157	116	94.8	992	17
2014	222	119	103	96.7	993	16.2
2013	223	115	108	95.8	983	15.8
2012	234	128	106	95.7	982	15
2011	227	119	108	95.2	978	15.1
2010	212	105	107	-	975	15.1
2009	195	99	96	-	979	15.2
2008	216	104	112	-	979	14.7

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.