About the school
Booragul Public School is situated on the northern shores of Lake Macquarie, on the traditional land of the Awabakal nation. Known for its enthusiastic community, the school maintains high expectations for student learning outcomes. The school's comprehensive values framework—focusing on Respect, Responsibility, Participation, Empathy, Quality, and Integrity—guides student welfare practices. Booragul Public School prides itself on delivering quality and innovative teaching and learning practices, helping students reach their full potential across academic, creative, technological, and sporting dimensions.
Curriculum and Programs
At Booragul Public School, effective literacy and numeracy programs are a priority, complemented by rich extra-curricular and performing arts programs. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning through explicit criteria and quality feedback, empowering them to become lifelong learners. The school offers a diverse and challenging curriculum, supported by a dedicated staff and excellent facilities within a warm and inclusive environment.
Community Engagement
The school fosters a supportive and inclusive community, where families are an integral part of the educational experience. Teachers and support teams collaborate closely with families to co-design learning plans that cater to individual student needs, ensuring each child learns in a manner that suits them best. The commitment to nurturing students extends beyond the classroom, preparing them to thrive as confident, well-rounded global citizens.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Booragul Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Five Islands School 21 m
- B Lake Macquarie High School 284 m
- C Teralba Public School 1.4 km
- D Speers Point Public School 1.9 km
- E Fennell Bay Public School 2.2 km
- F Boolaroo Public School 2.7 km
- G Fassifern Public School 2.9 km
- H Biddabah Public School 3.0 km
- I Eleebana Public School 3.4 km
- J Warners Bay Public School 3.5 km
- K Warners Bay High School 4.0 km
- L Toronto Public School 4.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 206 (108 girls, 98 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 206
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 931 (percentile 18)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 50% / 32% / 14% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 24%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 10%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Year 1 | 28 |
| Year 2 | 38 |
| Year 3 | 33 |
| Year 4 | 28 |
| Year 5 | 32 |
| Year 6 | 26 |
| Total | 206 |
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 | 206 | 108 | 98 | - | 931 | 12.8 |
| 2024 | 220 | 118 | 102 | 88.4 | 925 | 14.1 |
| 2023 | 221 | 115 | 106 | 90.9 | 933 | 14.1 |
| 2022 | 218 | 114 | 104 | 85.2 | 923 | 14.1 |
| 2021 | 210 | 107 | 103 | 90.3 | 919 | 13.2 |
| 2020 | 195 | 101 | 94 | - | 924 | 11.9 |
| 2019 | 204 | 103 | 101 | 91.3 | 933 | 13.3 |
| 2018 | 212 | 110 | 102 | 91.7 | 934 | 13.3 |
| 2017 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 92.5 | 930 | 13.1 |
| 2016 | 220 | 101 | 119 | 92.6 | 923 | 13.1 |
| 2015 | 228 | 104 | 124 | 92.5 | 927 | 13.1 |
| 2014 | 236 | 108 | 128 | 94.4 | 933 | 13.9 |
| 2013 | 247 | 118 | 129 | 94.3 | 938 | 14 |
| 2012 | 251 | 121 | 130 | 94.9 | 918 | 15.2 |
| 2011 | 262 | 124 | 138 | 92.6 | 912 | 15.2 |
| 2010 | 251 | 122 | 129 | - | 910 | 15.2 |
| 2009 | 250 | 142 | 108 | - | 956 | 13.9 |
| 2008 | 246 | 135 | 111 | - | 956 | 14.9 |
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.