About the school
Kogarah Public School serves a diverse multicultural community where students from various backgrounds are welcomed. The school focuses on effective literacy and numeracy programs that provide opportunities and support for all students, leading to strong academic results. Its guiding banner statement of Excellence, Opportunity, and Success embodies the school’s commitment to developing independent, life-long learners within a safe and disciplined learning environment. The school supports student learning through various programs, including English as a Second Language, Reading Recovery, and Community Language courses like Chinese. Further enrichment is provided through activities such as choir, dance, and public speaking. Kogarah Public School recognises positive behaviour and academic effort through a robust Student Award system, which aligns with its core values developed along with the school community: Respect, Responsibility, Cooperation, and Honesty.
Student leadership is fostered through the Student Representative Council, and the school values its partnerships with parents to enhance students' educational experience. The dedicated staff continually engage in professional learning to deliver up-to-date and quality education, supported by advanced technologies such as interactive whiteboards and video conferencing. A well-resourced library and quality information skills program further supplement classroom learning. Kogarah Public School is committed to nurturing the whole child, providing opportunities for social, sporting, and cultural development alongside strong academic programs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. The school values the development of the whole child, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kogarah Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kogarah High School 241 m
- B St George Girls High School 333 m
- C St George Hospital School 574 m
- D Bayside High School 601 m
- E St George School 786 m
- F Brighton-Le-Sands Public School 1.1 km
- G Rockdale Public School 1.1 km
- H Carlton Public School 1.3 km
- I Carlton South Public School 1.4 km
- J Cairnsfoot School 1.7 km
- K Bexley Public School 1.7 km
- L Sydney Technical High School 2.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 456 (227 girls, 229 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 456
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1087 (percentile 81)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 9% / 20% / 40% / 32%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 38
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 94%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 57 |
| Year 1 | 74 |
| Year 2 | 58 |
| Year 3 | 65 |
| Year 4 | 68 |
| Year 5 | 64 |
| Year 6 | 70 |
| Total | 456 |
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 | 456 | 227 | 229 | - | 1087 | 30.6 |
| 2024 | 466 | 240 | 226 | 93 | 1086 | 30.7 |
| 2023 | 450 | 226 | 224 | 90.8 | 1096 | 30.3 |
| 2022 | 478 | 239 | 239 | 88.7 | 1100 | 29.9 |
| 2021 | 478 | 233 | 245 | 95 | 1097 | 31.4 |
| 2020 | 473 | 222 | 251 | - | 1100 | 31.7 |
| 2019 | 468 | 222 | 246 | 93.7 | 1098 | 30 |
| 2018 | 428 | 206 | 222 | 95.7 | 1090 | 28.5 |
| 2017 | 410 | 189 | 221 | 94.7 | 1092 | 26 |
| 2016 | 379 | 192 | 187 | 95.2 | 1081 | 24.6 |
| 2015 | 346 | 173 | 173 | 94.8 | 1076 | 21.9 |
| 2014 | 324 | 155 | 169 | 95.8 | 1078 | 20.7 |
| 2013 | 330 | 162 | 168 | 95.9 | 1077 | 19.8 |
| 2012 | 322 | 159 | 163 | 95.7 | 1097 | 19.5 |
| 2011 | 313 | 150 | 163 | 95.9 | 1092 | 19.5 |
| 2010 | 329 | 150 | 179 | - | 1096 | 19.5 |
| 2009 | 323 | 155 | 168 | - | 1090 | 19.7 |
| 2008 | 342 | 164 | 178 | - | 1090 | 19.9 |
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.