About the school
Jilliby Public School is a proud educational institution located ten minutes from Wyong on the Central Coast of New South Wales. Established in 1889, the school serves the semi-rural community of Jilliby and offers a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school prides itself on fostering a safe, friendly and supportive environment where students are encouraged to enjoy learning, play enthusiastically, and demonstrate concern for the environment.
Educational Philosophy
The school’s philosophy revolves around developing the whole child - academically, socially, physically and emotionally. With a committed staff passionate about learning, Jilliby Public School provides outstanding opportunities across various subjects including the creative and performing arts, as well as leadership initiatives through an active School Parliament. The school incorporates the latest technology such as wireless internet and video conferencing facilities to enhance learning experiences.
Community Engagement
Jilliby Public School is supported by engaged parents who contribute to their children's educational experiences. The school promotes values of care, cooperation, and a passion for excellence, echoed in their school motto: 'friendship and learning'. The school embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive community where every student feels safe and valued. Students are empowered to develop skills, discover their passions and become lifelong learners within a nurturing environment.
Mission
At Jilliby Public School we embrace diversity and strive to help every student learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Jilliby Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wyong Creek Public School 4.2 km
- B Wyong Public School 5.6 km
- C Wyong High School 5.8 km
- D Porters Creek Public School 7.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 60 (16 girls, 44 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 60
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 989 (percentile 42)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 29% / 38% / 24% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 81
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 4 |
| Year 1 | 11 |
| Year 2 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 10 |
| Year 4 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 11 |
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Total | 60 |
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 | 60 | 16 | 44 | - | 989 | 4 |
| 2024 | 53 | 20 | 33 | 90 | 980 | 3.9 |
| 2023 | 46 | 17 | 29 | 89.1 | 961 | 2.9 |
| 2022 | 53 | 14 | 39 | 86.7 | 919 | 4.2 |
| 2021 | 59 | 16 | 43 | 89.1 | 937 | 4 |
| 2020 | 74 | 27 | 47 | - | 951 | 4 |
| 2019 | 61 | 25 | 36 | 90.3 | 962 | 4 |
| 2018 | 66 | 32 | 34 | 91 | 983 | 4 |
| 2017 | 64 | 28 | 36 | 94.5 | 968 | 3.8 |
| 2016 | 70 | 35 | 35 | 93.3 | 957 | 4.9 |
| 2015 | 79 | 42 | 37 | 93.7 | 972 | 4.8 |
| 2014 | 91 | 50 | 41 | 93 | 974 | 4.8 |
| 2013 | 94 | 54 | 40 | 95.1 | 979 | 4.8 |
| 2012 | 106 | 63 | 43 | 94 | 985 | 5.6 |
| 2011 | 111 | 61 | 50 | 94.3 | 995 | 5.6 |
| 2010 | 103 | 57 | 46 | - | 1046 | 5.6 |
| 2009 | 92 | 48 | 44 | - | 1048 | 4.5 |
| 2008 | 117 | 53 | 64 | - | 1048 | 5.6 |
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.