Killarney Vale Public School
The Killarney Vale Public School difference - Equipped for Excellence
About the school
Killarney Vale Public School provides a vibrant learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential across all aspects of the curriculum. The school prioritises literacy and numeracy while offering a diverse range of opportunities for student development. A strong Student Parliament aids in cultivating citizenship and leadership skills, and initiatives like Peer Mediation, Peer Support, and Restorative Justice foster a solid values base.
The school's dedicated teachers collaborate closely with families to create personalised learning plans tailored to the unique needs of each student. With smaller class sizes, each child receives closer attention, boosting their confidence and helping them reach their potential.
Killarney Vale Public School features modern facilities including air-conditioned classrooms equipped with smart boards, adventure playgrounds, and outdoor learning areas. This encourages active play and fitness as part of the school day, providing students with an enriching educational experience that extends beyond conventional classroom learning.
The school enjoys robust support from its active Parents and Citizens Association, which collaborates closely with the staff to enhance the educational experience for every student. Overall, Killarney Vale Public School stands as a welcoming community where respect, kindness, and belonging are fundamental to the educational journey.
Mission
At Killarney Vale Public School, we aspire to create an equitable and outstanding learning community where every child is known, valued and supported.
Location & Catchment Area
- Killarney Vale Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Brooke Avenue Public School 1.5 km
- B Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College The Entrance Campus 2.0 km
- C Berkeley Vale Public School 2.5 km
- D Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus 3.4 km
- E Bateau Bay Public School 3.5 km
- F Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Berkeley Vale Campus 3.9 km
- G The Entrance Public School 4.0 km
- H Chittaway Bay Public School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 477 (232 girls, 245 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 477
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 963 (percentile 30)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 41% / 33% / 17% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 111
- Indigenous students
- 19%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 8%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 28.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 68 |
| Year 1 | 68 |
| Year 2 | 74 |
| Year 3 | 76 |
| Year 4 | 71 |
| Year 5 | 57 |
| Year 6 | 63 |
| Total | 477 |
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 | 477 | 232 | 245 | - | 963 | 28.4 |
| 2024 | 456 | 229 | 227 | 89.1 | 969 | 29.4 |
| 2023 | 431 | 219 | 212 | 90 | 973 | 28.4 |
| 2022 | 432 | 222 | 210 | 86.7 | 954 | 29 |
| 2021 | 446 | 219 | 227 | 91.1 | 964 | 28.3 |
| 2020 | 430 | 207 | 223 | - | 969 | 27 |
| 2019 | 461 | 224 | 237 | 91.6 | 963 | 28.3 |
| 2018 | 462 | 235 | 227 | 91.4 | 958 | 28.3 |
| 2017 | 439 | 216 | 223 | 92 | 962 | 26.7 |
| 2016 | 420 | 205 | 215 | 92 | 966 | 26.2 |
| 2015 | 387 | 193 | 194 | 92.3 | 958 | 23 |
| 2014 | 373 | 192 | 181 | 93.7 | 954 | 24.6 |
| 2013 | 349 | 184 | 165 | 93.7 | 967 | 21.1 |
| 2012 | 334 | 178 | 156 | 93.5 | 939 | 18.4 |
| 2011 | 329 | 172 | 157 | 93.9 | 938 | 17.3 |
| 2010 | 355 | 186 | 169 | - | 932 | 18.5 |
| 2009 | 356 | 175 | 181 | - | 963 | 18.4 |
| 2008 | 391 | 189 | 202 | - | 963 | 19.5 |
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.