Wisemans Ferry Public School

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About the school

Wisemans Ferry Public School, founded in 1865, is situated on the banks of the Hawkesbury River in an area of historical, scenic and environmental significance. The school caters to students from the rural communities of Wisemans Ferry, Webbs Creek, Spencer, Gunderman, Upper Macdonald, and St Albans, with many students travelling considerable distances by bus. Wisemans Ferry Public School prides itself on a strong sense of community, supported by an active parent body and an established relationship with the wider local community. The school culture emphasizes a commitment to personal achievement, accountability, and responsibility, ensuring that staff and students encourage and support each other in all areas of the curriculum and extracurricular activities.

Curriculum and Opportunities

The school boasts strengths in literacy and science and provides a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Opportunities for engaging in academic, sporting, and social activities are abundant, particularly through partnerships with the other twelve Hawkesbury Small Schools. This collaboration enhances the learning experience for students, allowing them to participate in various initiatives and activities that foster both academic and personal growth.

Commitment to Wellbeing

Wisemans Ferry Public School honors each student's unique path to success, providing a welcoming environment that promotes inclusion and respect for diversity. The school prioritises the wellbeing of its students, ensuring they feel safe and valued. Through tailored learning support and a focus on personal best, the school strives to nurture confident and capable learners in a delightful and friendly setting.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Wisemans Ferry Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
44 (19 girls, 25 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
44
ICSEA What does this mean?
946 (percentile 23)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
53% / 27% / 15% / 5%
Indigenous students
16%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
2.7
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
0.9

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 5
Year 1 8
Year 2 8
Year 3 6
Year 4 4
Year 5 7
Year 6 6
Total 44

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 44 19 25 - 946 2.7
2024 42 15 27 89.2 925 2.7
2023 43 21 22 88.1 923 2.7
2022 44 24 20 82.5 912 2.8
2021 37 19 18 88.6 919 2.6
2020 41 21 20 - 911 2.6
2019 37 21 16 93 909 2.6
2018 29 18 11 93.6 925 2.6
2017 36 21 15 93 935 2.6
2016 48 30 18 93.7 955 2.6
2015 55 29 26 91.6 985 3.7
2014 46 22 24 95.5 1003 2.4
2013 44 21 23 92.7 1025 3.6
2012 56 27 29 92.4 997 3.5
2011 67 30 37 93.6 1000 3.5
2010 61 32 29 - 1001 3.5
2009 51 28 23 - 1050 3.5
2008 55 33 22 - 1050 3.5

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.

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