About the school
Tower Street Public School is a small, welcoming school located in Panania, offering a friendly environment where students can thrive. The school values strong partnerships with parents and the broader community, encouraging active participation in school activities. It prioritises student welfare and fosters a culture of respect, which is foundational to its caring and harmonious atmosphere. This nurturing environment enables students to learn and develop personally, socially, and academically.
Educational Approach
Literacy and numeracy are core focus areas, and students' progress is regularly monitored through assessments. The school has established quality support programs, along with specialist teaching staff, to assist those experiencing difficulties. With a commitment to recognising and rewarding students' achievements, the school aims to provide every child with the best education possible, encapsulated in the ethos of striving "By Effort".
Students can excel in various curriculum areas, and the core values are integrated throughout all aspects of the educational experience. The school actively promotes the wearing of uniforms, which enhances school pride and fosters a sense of community.
Extracurricular Activities
Dedicated staff members offer a variety of extracurricular programs, including performing arts, sports, visual arts, and gifted and talented initiatives. The school boasts a distinguished history of participation in the Schools Spectacular, supporting students' diverse interests and encouraging personal growth. Each year, the school celebrates the success of its students at the Annual Presentation Day, where achievements are recognised with awards.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tower Street Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Picnic Point High School 962 m
- B Revesby South Public School 1.0 km
- C East Hills Boys High School 1.2 km
- D Panania Public School 1.3 km
- E East Hills Girls Technology High School 1.4 km
- F East Hills Public School 1.4 km
- G Picnic Point Public School 1.4 km
- H Panania North Public School 1.5 km
- I Revesby Public School 1.6 km
- J Broderick Gillawarna School 1.7 km
- K Padstow Park Public School 2.2 km
- L Sir Joseph Banks High School 2.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 154 (76 girls, 78 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 154
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 998 (percentile 46)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 34% / 31% / 22% / 14%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 102
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 53%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 20 |
| Year 1 | 33 |
| Year 2 | 13 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 20 |
| Year 5 | 21 |
| Year 6 | 22 |
| Total | 154 |
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 | 154 | 76 | 78 | - | 998 | 12.9 |
| 2024 | 166 | 84 | 82 | 87.6 | 977 | 13.9 |
| 2023 | 136 | 70 | 66 | 89.7 | 994 | 9.8 |
| 2022 | 164 | 78 | 86 | 89.8 | 993 | 10.9 |
| 2021 | 188 | 98 | 90 | 94 | 1010 | 11.5 |
| 2020 | 203 | 109 | 94 | - | 1011 | 11.3 |
| 2019 | 205 | 110 | 95 | 92.5 | 1016 | 11.3 |
| 2018 | 197 | 100 | 97 | 93.4 | 1006 | 11.3 |
| 2017 | 200 | 96 | 104 | 93.3 | 996 | 11.3 |
| 2016 | 189 | 93 | 96 | 94.3 | 1009 | 11.3 |
| 2015 | 174 | 83 | 91 | 92.6 | 996 | 10 |
| 2014 | 179 | 89 | 90 | 95.7 | 982 | 11.5 |
| 2013 | 181 | 94 | 87 | 94.9 | 992 | 11.8 |
| 2012 | 171 | 90 | 81 | 93.6 | 1008 | 10.2 |
| 2011 | 177 | 91 | 86 | 94.6 | 1008 | 10.2 |
| 2010 | 195 | 98 | 97 | - | 1008 | 11.5 |
| 2009 | 206 | 103 | 103 | - | 1009 | 12.9 |
| 2008 | 237 | 118 | 119 | - | 1009 | 13.9 |
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.