About the school
Pelican Flat Public School is a caring learning environment situated between the eastern shores of Lake Macquarie and the Pacific Ocean. The school is dedicated to providing opportunity, success, and participation for all students, fostering a strong sense of belonging, self-worth, and well-being. It offers a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, ensuring that every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive.
Quality Teaching
The professional staff at Pelican Flat Public School maintains high expectations and delivers quality instruction that encourages each student to achieve their personal best. The small community allows for close collaboration between staff, students, and families, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Community and Inclusivity
Pelican Flat Public School prides itself on its welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere. The school actively partners with families to provide support for each child's learning and well-being. The transition to school is made smooth and positive, with programs designed to help children and their families feel comfortable from day one.
Learning Environment
The school focuses on strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, balanced with creativity, sports, and well-being initiatives. These are complemented by a range of enrichment opportunities designed to build skills and spark passions both in and out of the classroom. Pelican Flat Public School believes in nurturing a vibrant school culture that promotes curiosity, creativity, and confidence among students.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Pelican Flat Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Blacksmiths Public School 634 m
- B Swansea Public School 1.6 km
- C Marks Point Public School 1.9 km
- D Caves Beach Public School 3.3 km
- E Swansea High School 3.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 94 (43 girls, 51 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 94
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 981 (percentile 38)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 33% / 36% / 23% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 114
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 15 |
| Year 1 | 12 |
| Year 2 | 19 |
| Year 3 | 7 |
| Year 4 | 16 |
| Year 5 | 13 |
| Year 6 | 12 |
| Total | 94 |
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 | 94 | 43 | 51 | - | 981 | 7.2 |
| 2024 | 97 | 44 | 53 | 88.1 | 981 | 7.2 |
| 2023 | 88 | 39 | 49 | 88.5 | 973 | 7.2 |
| 2022 | 80 | 34 | 46 | 85.2 | 973 | 7.1 |
| 2021 | 79 | 30 | 49 | 88.3 | 980 | 6.9 |
| 2020 | 73 | 37 | 36 | - | 991 | 5.8 |
| 2019 | 65 | 34 | 31 | 92.2 | 961 | 5.8 |
| 2018 | 60 | 34 | 26 | 91.2 | 941 | 5.7 |
| 2017 | 43 | 25 | 18 | 95.5 | 953 | 4.6 |
| 2016 | 44 | 23 | 21 | 94.6 | 959 | 4.6 |
| 2015 | 46 | 28 | 18 | 92.8 | 933 | 4.5 |
| 2014 | 50 | 37 | 13 | 97.6 | 949 | 3.5 |
| 2013 | 49 | 30 | 19 | 93 | 953 | 3.6 |
| 2012 | 50 | 26 | 24 | 93.7 | 953 | 6.7 |
| 2011 | 53 | 29 | 24 | 93.9 | 960 | 6.7 |
| 2010 | 69 | 36 | 33 | - | 958 | 6.7 |
| 2009 | 79 | 42 | 37 | - | 942 | 6.7 |
| 2008 | 92 | 49 | 43 | - | 942 | 6.8 |
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.