Dora Creek Public School

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Truth and Honour

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About the school

Dora Creek Public School is a well-respected educational establishment situated in South-West Lake Macquarie, celebrating 150 years of service to the community in 2020. Renowned for its commitment to quality education, the school values student well-being and fosters a safe and empowering environment for learning. The dedicated staff at Dora Creek Public School strive to uphold high expectations for both students and the broader community. As part of the school's approach to education, there is an emphasis on authentic assessment, accelerated literacy, and future-focused learning.

The school plays an active role in the community by fostering parental involvement and maintaining close monitoring of student progress. Enrolment is open to all students, with a strong focus on inclusivity and support for diverse learning needs. Programs offered cater to various interests, including the performing arts, environmental studies, sports, and academic excellence. Students at Dora Creek Public School frequently demonstrate outstanding achievements in competitions and have a history of regional and state representation in sports.

In addition to academic pursuits, the school utilises technology to enhance the learning experience, equipping all classrooms with Interactive Whiteboards (IWBs) and providing access to a connected classroom environment. The school is a proud member of the Western Shores Learning Alliance, collaborating with other educational institutions to further enrich the learning experiences available to its students. The motto, 'Truth and Honour,' reflects the school's dedication to instilling the foundations for lifelong learning and good citizenship.

Mission

We pride ourselves on being a small school full of big opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day. Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work closely with our families to co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Dora Creek Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
139 (71 girls, 68 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
139
ICSEA What does this mean?
939 (percentile 21)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
56% / 30% / 10% / 4%
Indigenous students
12%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
7.9
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
1.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 23
Year 1 22
Year 2 23
Year 3 20
Year 4 16
Year 5 25
Year 6 10
Total 139

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 139 71 68 - 939 7.9
2024 124 60 64 86.8 948 6.7
2023 128 63 65 89.1 946 6.7
2022 116 53 63 86 954 6.6
2021 115 61 54 89.8 964 6.2
2020 117 57 60 - 966 6.2
2019 109 54 55 91.2 964 6.2
2018 105 57 48 89.7 954 6.2
2017 116 60 56 93.3 953 7.1
2016 113 61 52 94.8 948 6.1
2015 118 62 56 93.1 955 6
2014 113 60 53 92 951 6.1
2013 114 59 55 93.3 963 6.1
2012 145 68 77 92.7 954 7.4
2011 136 56 80 92.2 959 7.2
2010 133 57 76 - 961 7.2
2009 125 44 81 - 1026 7.2
2008 129 53 76 - 1026 7.2

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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