About the school
Budgewoi Public School offers a comprehensive educational experience for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in a supportive and inclusive environment. Located in the beautiful community of Budgewoi on the Central Coast of New South Wales, the school is nestled between Budgewoi Lake, Lake Munmorah, and the Pacific Ocean. The school prides itself on providing opportunities for every student to achieve, with a focus on high expectations and educational excellence.
Unique Learning Experiences
The school provides unique experiences that challenge and extend learning, with a strong arts program that includes dance, violin, guitar, and a rock band. Students benefit from a well-equipped computer laboratory and interactive whiteboards, ensuring access to modern technology.
Supportive Environment
Budgewoi Public School fosters a climate of participation and mutual support, with active student representation through the Student Representative Council. The school also implements effective support programs tailored to meet individual student needs, particularly for those with special needs, promoting an environment of friendship and acceptance.
Community Involvement
Parental involvement is encouraged, and strong links with early childhood centres facilitate smooth transitions for new students. The school community values diversity, with a commitment to support every family and student in achieving their potential, ensuring that all children feel safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day.
Overall, Budgewoi Public School is dedicated to nurturing powerful learners and being a pivotal part of the Budgewoi community.
Mission
Budgewoi Public School is deeply committed to achieving educational excellence in a supportive environment with high expectations.
Location & Catchment Area
- Budgewoi Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Northlakes Public School 3.4 km
- B Northlakes High School 3.5 km
- C Gorokan High School 4.2 km
- D Blue Haven Public School 4.6 km
- E Lake Munmorah High School 4.6 km
- F Toukley Public School 4.7 km
- G Gorokan Public School 4.7 km
- H Lake Munmorah Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 555 (250 girls, 305 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 555
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 937 (percentile 20)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 49% / 34% / 13% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 131
- Indigenous students
- 22%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 35.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 72 |
| Year 1 | 66 |
| Year 2 | 78 |
| Year 3 | 79 |
| Year 4 | 82 |
| Year 5 | 95 |
| Year 6 | 83 |
| Total | 555 |
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 | 555 | 250 | 305 | - | 937 | 35.3 |
| 2024 | 570 | 260 | 310 | 89 | 935 | 36.1 |
| 2023 | 569 | 254 | 315 | 88.8 | 939 | 36 |
| 2022 | 552 | 244 | 308 | 87.1 | 945 | 34.7 |
| 2021 | 524 | 233 | 291 | 90.9 | 949 | 33.1 |
| 2020 | 523 | 231 | 292 | - | 941 | 34.1 |
| 2019 | 539 | 241 | 298 | 91.6 | 943 | 34.2 |
| 2018 | 548 | 257 | 291 | 91.4 | 935 | 35.2 |
| 2017 | 565 | 264 | 301 | 91.7 | 934 | 34.6 |
| 2016 | 562 | 271 | 291 | 92.6 | 928 | 32.5 |
| 2015 | 540 | 264 | 276 | 91.8 | 938 | 32.6 |
| 2014 | 558 | 264 | 294 | 93.1 | 932 | 32.7 |
| 2013 | 557 | 251 | 306 | 93 | 948 | 35.1 |
| 2012 | 547 | 248 | 299 | 93.4 | 937 | 33.9 |
| 2011 | 572 | 257 | 315 | 93.5 | 939 | 33.7 |
| 2010 | 577 | 263 | 314 | - | 941 | 33.8 |
| 2009 | 589 | 255 | 334 | - | 965 | 34.8 |
| 2008 | 581 | 272 | 309 | - | 965 | 35 |
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.