Awaba Public School
A friendly school where every student grows and achieves great things!
About the school
Awaba Public School serves a small urban village on the south western fringe of Newcastle, housing thirty-seven students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school has two classes: a composite K/1/2 with sixteen students and a composite 3/4/5/6 featuring twenty-one students. Known for its happy and quiet atmosphere, Awaba School fosters an environment where all students are treated as individuals, encouraging them to achieve personal excellence. It embodies a unique approach to education, employing two permanent teachers who, along with a part-time teacher responsible for Library, Craft, French, and HSIE, ensure a comprehensive educational experience.
Academic Focus
The school prioritises quality programming in Literacy and Mathematics, seamlessly integrating technology in these areas to promote investigation, creativity, and publishing skills. Furthermore, Awaba School hosts an active Parents and Citizens group and enjoys solid community support.
Sporting Opportunities
Awaba Public School encourages physical activity through a comprehensive Physical Education program that teaches students the skills and rules necessary to play major games. The school participates in local sporting competitions annually, providing students with opportunities to thrive in various sports.
Community Connection
The close-knit community surrounding Awaba School takes pride in its achievements, working together to support the school's initiatives. The school is dedicated to inclusivity, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn from day one. This promotes a welcoming atmosphere conducive to personal and academic growth.
Mission
Awaba Public School strives for excellence in an inclusive environment. We value individuality, acceptance and tolerance. Every student is known, valued and cared for. We nurture students to be engaged citizens who confidently take their place in our dynamic society by maximising their potential - supported by strong community partnerships and a culture of high expectations.
Location & Catchment Area
- Awaba Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Biraban Public School 3.6 km
- B Blackalls Park Public School 3.9 km
- C Toronto High School 4.1 km
- D Fassifern Public School 5.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 29 (10 girls, 19 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 29
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 940 (percentile 21)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 47% / 26% / 23% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 120
- Indigenous students
- 24%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 4 |
| Year 1 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 3 |
| Total | 29 |
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 | 29 | 10 | 19 | - | 940 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 29 | 11 | 18 | 86.7 | 963 | 2.8 |
| 2023 | 26 | 11 | 15 | 85.9 | 944 | 2.8 |
| 2022 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 82.5 | 943 | 2.8 |
| 2021 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 92.9 | 977 | 2.6 |
| 2020 | 40 | 17 | 23 | - | 979 | 2.6 |
| 2019 | 37 | 14 | 23 | 91.3 | 965 | 2.6 |
| 2018 | 38 | 15 | 23 | 95 | 981 | 2.6 |
| 2017 | 35 | 16 | 19 | 95 | 980 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 36 | 14 | 22 | 94.6 | 962 | 2.5 |
| 2015 | 28 | 13 | 15 | 96 | 969 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 25 | 14 | 11 | 95.4 | 942 | 2.5 |
| 2013 | 26 | 12 | 14 | 93.8 | 940 | 2.5 |
| 2012 | 30 | 14 | 16 | 96.2 | 971 | 2.3 |
| 2011 | 27 | 10 | 17 | 91.7 | 985 | 2.3 |
| 2010 | 33 | 12 | 21 | - | 981 | 2.3 |
| 2009 | 35 | 16 | 19 | - | 986 | 2.3 |
| 2008 | 37 | 19 | 18 | - | 986 | 2.3 |
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.