About the school
Bonnells Bay Public School is located on the shores of Lake Macquarie, on the traditional land of the Awabakal nation. The school provides a challenging learning environment across a diverse range of innovative academic, cultural, and sporting programs, striving to continuously improve student outcomes in literacy and numeracy. To foster a supportive community, Bonnells Bay Public School actively networks with parents, local community organisations, and is part of the Western Shores Learning Alliance.
Values and Ethos
A values-driven ethos is central to the school's operations, promoting student safety while supporting the development of friendships and social skills. The experienced teaching staff are committed to tailoring learning experiences to the individual interests, needs, and talents of each student, benefiting from the resources available in a larger school setting.
Facilities and Programs
The school features attractive outdoor playing areas that cater to various student interests and activities, ensuring a holistic educational experience. Innovative and culturally inclusive programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, supporting diversity and representation within the school community. Bonnells Bay Public School prides itself on being a welcoming place for families and the wider community, committed to partnerships that enhance educational outcomes for all students.
Mission
Bonnells Bay Public School fosters a strong sense of belonging where every child is supported to learn, thrive and flourish.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bonnells Bay Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Morisset Public School 2.8 km
- B Morisset High School 3.0 km
- C Dora Creek Public School 4.3 km
- D Mannering Park Public School 4.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 376 (173 girls, 203 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 376
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 925 (percentile 17)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 55% / 28% / 14% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 130
- Indigenous students
- 23%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 25.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 39 |
| Year 1 | 52 |
| Year 2 | 60 |
| Year 3 | 57 |
| Year 4 | 49 |
| Year 5 | 62 |
| Year 6 | 57 |
| Total | 376 |
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 | 376 | 173 | 203 | - | 925 | 25.4 |
| 2024 | 394 | 176 | 218 | 87.8 | 936 | 26.5 |
| 2023 | 399 | 182 | 217 | 88.9 | 935 | 26.5 |
| 2022 | 400 | 172 | 228 | 82.2 | 925 | 26.3 |
| 2021 | 430 | 189 | 241 | 89.7 | 927 | 27.1 |
| 2020 | 430 | 199 | 231 | - | 932 | 25.7 |
| 2019 | 436 | 214 | 222 | 90.8 | 942 | 24.9 |
| 2018 | 471 | 225 | 246 | 91.1 | 948 | 24.8 |
| 2017 | 453 | 215 | 238 | 92.8 | 948 | 22.1 |
| 2016 | 437 | 219 | 218 | 93.6 | 962 | 23.2 |
| 2015 | 421 | 203 | 218 | 94.6 | 966 | 21.7 |
| 2014 | 376 | 184 | 192 | 95.3 | 949 | 19.5 |
| 2013 | 369 | 169 | 200 | 92.5 | 956 | 19.3 |
| 2012 | 350 | 167 | 183 | 92.7 | 953 | 20.5 |
| 2011 | 346 | 172 | 174 | 92.7 | 948 | 20.5 |
| 2010 | 340 | 180 | 160 | - | 940 | 20.5 |
| 2009 | 346 | 168 | 178 | - | 981 | 20.5 |
| 2008 | 382 | 181 | 201 | - | 981 | 21.5 |
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.