About the school
Burraneer Bay Public School is a large, welcoming school situated in the Sutherland area, known for its dedicated and caring staff and strong community support. The school prides itself on fostering a balanced curriculum that promotes excellence across various subjects. Emphasizing a supportive and quality learning environment, Burraneer Bay encourages all students to strive for their personal best.
Academic and Extra-Curricular Programs
The school offers a diverse range of programs, particularly in literacy and numeracy, facilitated by specialist teachers including a Learning and Support Teacher and an English as a Second Language teacher. Burraneer Bay Public School also places a strong emphasis on performing arts and extracurricular activities. Students can participate in the school band, choir, dance groups, and public speaking, with regular performances showcasing their talents. Sporting opportunities abound, allowing students to engage in both internal competitions and representation in broader sporting events within the Primary Schools Sports Association.
Technology and Support
Students benefit from high levels of access to technology, with interactive whiteboards and a well-resourced library equipped for diverse learning needs. The school's ethos underlines core values integrated into all aspects of school life, supported by positive welfare programs such as Restorative Practices and a Buddy Program. The active Student Representative Council also empowers students to develop leadership skills.
Community Involvement
Burraneer Bay Public School has a proud and engaged community that collaborates with staff to maintain a safe and happy learning environment. With the support of an active Parents and Citizens' Association and an on-site Before and After School Care Centre, the school promotes a strong sense of community and inclusion.
Mission
At Burraneer Bay Public School, we encourage every student to learn, grow and succeed. We provide a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels ready to learn and is tailored to their individual strengths.
Location & Catchment Area
- Burraneer Bay Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Caringbah Public School 941 m
- B Woolooware Public School 1.4 km
- C Cronulla Public School 1.4 km
- D Woolooware High School 1.7 km
- E Caringbah North Public School 1.8 km
- F Laguna Street Public School 1.9 km
- G Caringbah High School 2.1 km
- H Lilli Pilli Public School 2.2 km
- I Sutherland Hospital School 2.2 km
- J Cronulla South Public School 2.6 km
- K Endeavour Sports High School 2.7 km
- L Yowie Bay Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 573 (274 girls, 299 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 573
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1101 (percentile 84)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 8% / 23% / 30% / 40%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 47
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 31.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 101 |
| Year 1 | 87 |
| Year 2 | 79 |
| Year 3 | 98 |
| Year 4 | 68 |
| Year 5 | 81 |
| Year 6 | 59 |
| Total | 573 |
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 | 573 | 274 | 299 | - | 1101 | 31.4 |
| 2024 | 552 | 266 | 286 | 92.9 | 1089 | 30.1 |
| 2023 | 566 | 275 | 291 | 92.7 | 1089 | 30.2 |
| 2022 | 586 | 294 | 292 | 89.8 | 1084 | 31 |
| 2021 | 600 | 292 | 308 | 94.5 | 1085 | 31.1 |
| 2020 | 614 | 301 | 313 | - | 1087 | 32.3 |
| 2019 | 598 | 292 | 306 | 93.6 | 1089 | 31.1 |
| 2018 | 616 | 302 | 314 | 94.4 | 1093 | 32 |
| 2017 | 636 | 310 | 326 | 94.7 | 1101 | 32.5 |
| 2016 | 644 | 315 | 329 | 94.8 | 1093 | 32.1 |
| 2015 | 679 | 332 | 347 | 95.4 | 1096 | 33.1 |
| 2014 | 688 | 331 | 357 | 95.6 | 1093 | 33.6 |
| 2013 | 677 | 338 | 339 | 95.3 | 1095 | 33.4 |
| 2012 | 679 | 348 | 331 | 95.5 | 1100 | 33.1 |
| 2011 | 685 | 351 | 334 | 95.2 | 1101 | 32.3 |
| 2010 | 685 | 348 | 337 | - | 1107 | 33.3 |
| 2009 | 684 | 342 | 342 | - | 1087 | 33.5 |
| 2008 | 658 | 311 | 347 | - | 1087 | 32.5 |
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.