About the school
Carlton Public School is a coeducational primary school located in Bexley, Sydney, serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a diverse enrolment of 865 students, the school cultivates an environment of harmony, equity, respect, tolerance, and communication. Approximately 90% of its students come from language backgrounds other than English, and 1% identify as Indigenous Australians, highlighting the school's commitment to inclusivity. The extensive community languages program offers classes in Chinese, Arabic, Macedonian, Greek, and Maori, while Indonesian is provided for other students.
The school boasts high academic achievement alongside a broad curriculum that includes performing arts and sporting programs. Its focus on innovative teaching is complemented by a strong emphasis on technology to enhance learning experiences. Carlton Public School actively encourages student participation in leadership through programs like the Student Representative Council and Peer Mediation.
Support systems are in place to cater to all students, such as Learning Assistance, Reading Recovery, and English as a Second Language programs, ensuring every child can reach their potential. Parental involvement is highly valued, with the Parents and Citizens’ Association playing a significant role in funding and enhancing school programs. Overall, Carlton Public School strives for continuous improvement, fostering creative and critical thinkers prepared for their future roles as engaged citizens.
Mission
Our mission is to provide a high quality education that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an ever changing world. We nurture not just academic excellence, but also the social and emotional wellbeing of our students.
Location & Catchment Area
- Carlton Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Sydney Technical High School 750 m
- B Hurstville Public School 1.1 km
- C Kogarah High School 1.1 km
- D St George Hospital School 1.1 km
- E Georges River College, Hurstville Campus 1.2 km
- F Carlton South Public School 1.2 km
- G Kogarah Public School 1.3 km
- H St George Girls High School 1.3 km
- I Bayside High School 1.4 km
- J St George School 1.5 km
- K Bexley Public School 1.9 km
- L Woniora Road School 2.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 599 (289 girls, 310 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 599
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1041 (percentile 65)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 30% / 30% / 18%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 67
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 89%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 42.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 86 |
| Year 1 | 74 |
| Year 2 | 84 |
| Year 3 | 77 |
| Year 4 | 84 |
| Year 5 | 101 |
| Year 6 | 93 |
| Total | 599 |
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 | 599 | 289 | 310 | - | 1041 | 42.8 |
| 2024 | 629 | 300 | 329 | 90.8 | 1048 | 43 |
| 2023 | 680 | 340 | 340 | 90.9 | 1051 | 45.3 |
| 2022 | 711 | 345 | 366 | 88.7 | 1053 | 48 |
| 2021 | 776 | 368 | 408 | 93.9 | 1055 | 52.1 |
| 2020 | 826 | 398 | 428 | - | 1058 | 54.3 |
| 2019 | 836 | 391 | 445 | 92.5 | 1060 | 53.3 |
| 2018 | 841 | 398 | 443 | 93.6 | 1057 | 54.4 |
| 2017 | 856 | 393 | 463 | 94.4 | 1053 | 54.7 |
| 2016 | 870 | 402 | 468 | 94.7 | 1055 | 53.3 |
| 2015 | 899 | 421 | 478 | 95.6 | 1051 | 55.8 |
| 2014 | 877 | 415 | 462 | 95.9 | 1055 | 55.2 |
| 2013 | 881 | 408 | 473 | 96.1 | 1059 | 54.4 |
| 2012 | 869 | 404 | 465 | 96.6 | 1068 | 54.6 |
| 2011 | 916 | 430 | 486 | 95.9 | 1073 | 56.6 |
| 2010 | 909 | 427 | 482 | - | 1074 | 55.8 |
| 2009 | 947 | 440 | 507 | - | 1048 | 58 |
| 2008 | 955 | 453 | 502 | - | 1048 | 57.6 |
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.