About the school
Minmi Public School, located in the outer Newcastle suburb of Minmi, is committed to providing a stimulating and challenging educational environment with a particular focus on explicit teaching. The school takes pride in knowing each of its students individually, ensuring they are well supported throughout their educational journey. Strong literacy and numeracy programs, along with extensive enrichment opportunities across all key learning areas, contribute to each child’s success. With innovative arts, sports programmes, and computer technology available in every classroom, the school prepares its students for a varied and fulfilling future.
Core Values and Wellbeing
The core values of the school community centre around respect and responsibility, which are visible in well-managed classrooms, pride in uniforms, and strong social responsibility amongst students. The emphasis on student wellbeing is fostered through dedicated programmes such as The Resilience Project and the PAX Leadership Program, reinforcing the school’s commitment to nurturing responsible and caring individuals.
Dedicated Staff and Inclusive Community
The staff at Minmi Public School are described as caring, knowledgeable, and dedicated to facilitating a positive learning experience. The school’s inclusive environment welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that all students feel safe and included from their very first day. The school community’s collaborative partnership among families and educators further enhances the nurturing and enriching atmosphere, promoting an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Mission
At Minmi Public School, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a well-rounded education. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Minmi Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Glendore Public School 3.0 km
- B Maryland Public School 3.9 km
- C Black Hill Public School 4.2 km
- D West Wallsend Public School 4.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 133 (71 girls, 62 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 133
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1018 (percentile 55)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 25% / 28% / 24% / 23%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 63
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 15%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 14 |
| Year 1 | 24 |
| Year 2 | 24 |
| Year 3 | 17 |
| Year 4 | 17 |
| Year 5 | 26 |
| Year 6 | 11 |
| Total | 133 |
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 | 133 | 71 | 62 | - | 1018 | 7.6 |
| 2024 | 132 | 73 | 59 | 90.2 | 1011 | 7.6 |
| 2023 | 140 | 67 | 73 | 91 | 1023 | 7.6 |
| 2022 | 138 | 57 | 81 | 86.1 | 1010 | 7.2 |
| 2021 | 130 | 53 | 77 | 92.6 | 1007 | 7.2 |
| 2020 | 123 | 49 | 74 | - | 1006 | 6 |
| 2019 | 113 | 53 | 60 | 92.6 | 995 | 6 |
| 2018 | 111 | 47 | 64 | 93.9 | 1002 | 6 |
| 2017 | 102 | 45 | 57 | 94.6 | 1015 | 5.9 |
| 2016 | 109 | 49 | 60 | 96 | 1026 | 5.9 |
| 2015 | 116 | 53 | 63 | 95.4 | 1012 | 5.8 |
| 2014 | 110 | 55 | 55 | 95.1 | 1035 | 5.8 |
| 2013 | 110 | 53 | 57 | 95 | 1005 | 5.8 |
| 2012 | 119 | 57 | 62 | 94.9 | 972 | 5.8 |
| 2011 | 117 | 64 | 53 | 95.6 | 964 | 5.8 |
| 2010 | 105 | 59 | 46 | - | 958 | 5.8 |
| 2009 | 114 | 59 | 55 | - | 1018 | 5.8 |
| 2008 | 123 | 66 | 57 | - | 1018 | 5.8 |
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.