Panania North Public School

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About the school

Panania North Public School has a long and proud history of public education since being established in 1956. Located in the East Hills area, it forms part of the Bankstown network of schools. The school maintains high learning expectations, teaching students to persist through challenges and encouraging awareness of broader life opportunities. Panania North promotes a strong sense of community, focusing on positive partnerships and active community participation.

Educational Approach

The school’s strategic directions are guided by the principles of Visible Learning, Visible Teaching, and Wellbeing, aimed at providing a rich, personalised curriculum. These strategies engage students in diverse learning experiences, cultivate independent learners, and support passionate teachers in elevating student achievement in literacy and numeracy. The school strives to create an enabling environment where students can connect, succeed, and thrive.

Inclusive Community

Panania North Public School embraces students from all backgrounds and cultures, ensuring a safe, valued, and inspired atmosphere for learning. The comprehensive educational offerings span from Kindergarten to Year 6 and include options for high potential and gifted education, as well as support for students with diverse needs.

Commitment to Wellbeing

Recognising the importance of student wellbeing alongside academic growth, the school implements programs promoting kindness, responsible choices, and resilience. Proactive anti-bullying and anti-racism initiatives foster an environment of inclusivity and mutual respect, honouring Aboriginal education across the curriculum. Families are considered vital partners in the learning process, with co-designed plans to support individual student needs.

Mission

At Panania North Public School, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and inclusive learning community where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to achieve their very best. We empower students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, supported by staff who are committed to excellence and unwavering in their belief that every student can succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
441 (227 girls, 214 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
441
ICSEA What does this mean?
1026 (percentile 58)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
27% / 28% / 29% / 17%
Indigenous students
2%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
28.2
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
6.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 66
Year 1 59
Year 2 65
Year 3 67
Year 4 72
Year 5 64
Year 6 48
Total 441

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 441 227 214 - 1026 28.2
2024 434 214 220 91.5 1033 24.3
2023 428 200 228 92.7 1033 24.1
2022 396 178 218 89.4 1024 22.9
2021 377 174 203 94.1 1032 22.7
2020 373 176 197 - 1027 21.2
2019 389 196 193 93.5 1026 22.5
2018 375 189 186 93.4 1028 21.6
2017 373 188 185 94.1 1033 21.1
2016 381 191 190 94.1 1033 19.6
2015 379 192 187 94.1 1027 21.1
2014 369 187 182 95.6 1018 20.1
2013 360 180 180 95 1017 19.9
2012 324 155 169 94.9 1012 17.6
2011 304 146 158 95.4 1014 17.4
2010 309 155 154 - 1017 17.2
2009 319 151 168 - 1014 17.3
2008 328 154 174 - 1014 16.8

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.

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