About the school
Charlestown Public School has a long and proud history of providing education to the greater Charlestown area. It serves as a caring and progressive learning centre dedicated to the wellbeing, advancement, and education of its students. The professional and caring staff at the school encourage excellence in behaviour, attitude, and performance, striving for high standards in all students.
Academic Programs
The school is well-resourced with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy skills development, offering various special programs, including Literacy and Numeracy support, Rip It Up Reading, Multilit, Count Me In, Language, Literacy and Learning (L3), and Soundwaves. Additionally, there are Gifted and Talented programs available for students seeking further challenges. Technology is integrated throughout the learning experience, with each classroom equipped with an interactive whiteboard, along with computers and iPads.
Extracurricular Activities
Charlestown Public School provides a wide range of cultural and sporting opportunities. It features a school choir, dance group, drumming group, and ukulele group. Students participate in local public speaking and debating competitions, sporting gala days, and benefit from Gymnastics and Swim School activities. New offerings such as an orienteering program are introduced regularly, ensuring a diverse range of experiences.
Commitment to Wellbeing
As a 'Kidsmatter' school, Charlestown prioritises programs that promote positive mental health, emphasising skills in social and emotional development. The school's strong relationship with parents and the broader community enhances educational opportunities, while the vibrant playground and its various facilities support active play and engagement. Centrally located in Charlestown, the school also accesses local sporting facilities and events, fostering community ties and student growth.
Mission
Together, we are dedicated to fostering educational excellence and cultivating integrity, within a positive and inclusive environment that upholds high expectations for all learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Charlestown Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Charlestown South Public School 901 m
- B Charlestown East Public School 923 m
- C Kahibah Public School 1.5 km
- D Whitebridge High School 1.6 km
- E Hillsborough Public School 1.7 km
- F Newcastle Junior School 1.8 km
- G Lakeside School 1.8 km
- H Kotara South Public School 2.1 km
- I Wiripaang Public School 2.2 km
- J Kotara High School 2.2 km
- K Hunter Sports High School 2.3 km
- L Garden Suburb Public School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 234 (121 girls, 113 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 234
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1037 (percentile 63)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 25% / 27% / 26%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 66
- Indigenous students
- 11%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 21%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Year 1 | 30 |
| Year 2 | 33 |
| Year 3 | 38 |
| Year 4 | 36 |
| Year 5 | 31 |
| Year 6 | 31 |
| Total | 234 |
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 | 234 | 121 | 113 | - | 1037 | 15.6 |
| 2024 | 239 | 125 | 114 | 90.3 | 1026 | 16.6 |
| 2023 | 223 | 113 | 110 | 90.7 | 1025 | 16.6 |
| 2022 | 218 | 110 | 108 | 88.2 | 1031 | 14.9 |
| 2021 | 189 | 90 | 99 | 93.1 | 1019 | 13.6 |
| 2020 | 170 | 77 | 93 | - | 1019 | 13.3 |
| 2019 | 146 | 73 | 73 | 94 | 1018 | 11.3 |
| 2018 | 148 | 71 | 77 | 92.3 | 1016 | 11.2 |
| 2017 | 118 | 45 | 73 | 93.8 | 1005 | 10.8 |
| 2016 | 139 | 56 | 83 | 93.8 | 997 | 10 |
| 2015 | 134 | 62 | 72 | 93.8 | 998 | 9.6 |
| 2014 | 128 | 62 | 66 | 95.1 | 1011 | 6.3 |
| 2013 | 133 | 62 | 71 | 94.7 | 1000 | 8.8 |
| 2012 | 130 | 61 | 69 | 94.1 | 998 | 8.7 |
| 2011 | 156 | 76 | 80 | 94 | 999 | 9.7 |
| 2010 | 156 | 79 | 77 | - | 993 | 9.9 |
| 2009 | 178 | 91 | 87 | - | 1034 | 10.4 |
| 2008 | 183 | 90 | 93 | - | 1034 | 10.4 |
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.