Charlestown Public School

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Charlestown Public School

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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

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%
Indigenous students
11%
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.

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