Hillsborough Public School
A small school with big ambitions and a big heart!
About the school
Hillsborough Public School provides a welcoming environment where all students are supported and encouraged to reach their full potential across academic, cultural, creative, technological, and sporting fields. The school boasts excellent technology teaching programs and infrastructure, enabling students to face modern challenges effectively. Hillsborough Public School is committed to quality teaching practices that consistently lead to above-average results in external examinations. Classrooms are designed as dynamic learning environments, accommodating the diverse learning styles of children. Emphasising the Values of NSW Public Education, the school focuses on developing a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect within its community.
Educational Approach
The school's dedicated staff work closely with families to support students' growth both inside and outside the classroom. Hillsborough Public School enriches its curriculum with a variety of subjects and extracurricular opportunities aimed at empowering every learner. In a collaborative atmosphere, students are encouraged to discover their passions, enhancing their educational experience.
Community Engagement
Hillsborough Public School proudly serves the Charlestown community, striving to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school actively fosters diversity and cultural inclusivity, ensuring that every child feels respected and valued. Through well-structured support systems, including tailored learning assistance, the school prepares students to become confident, well-rounded global citizens. Hillsborough Public School believes in celebrating every achievement, no matter how big or small, as part of nurturing a positive school culture.
Mission
Empowering every learner through equity and excellence, with high expectations and wellbeing to transform lives and build a brighter future.
Location & Catchment Area
- Hillsborough Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Newcastle Junior School 125 m
- B Charlestown South Public School 1.1 km
- C Cardiff High School 1.3 km
- D Garden Suburb Public School 1.4 km
- E Cardiff South Public School 1.6 km
- F Lakeside School 1.7 km
- G Charlestown Public School 1.7 km
- H Kotara South Public School 2.0 km
- I Mount Hutton Public School 2.2 km
- J Warners Bay High School 2.6 km
- K Cardiff Public School 2.6 km
- L Charlestown East Public School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 164 (75 girls, 89 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 164
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1020 (percentile 56)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 23% / 29% / 27% / 21%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 70
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 18%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 29 |
| Year 1 | 26 |
| Year 2 | 25 |
| Year 3 | 26 |
| Year 4 | 21 |
| Year 5 | 14 |
| Year 6 | 23 |
| Total | 164 |
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 | 164 | 75 | 89 | - | 1020 | 10.8 |
| 2024 | 182 | 84 | 98 | 92.1 | 1024 | 10.7 |
| 2023 | 205 | 99 | 106 | 93.4 | 1007 | 11.8 |
| 2022 | 213 | 103 | 110 | 92.1 | 1024 | 13.2 |
| 2021 | 219 | 105 | 114 | 94.3 | 1019 | 12.8 |
| 2020 | 243 | 123 | 120 | - | 1031 | 13.9 |
| 2019 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 94.6 | 1030 | 15 |
| 2018 | 259 | 124 | 135 | 95 | 1030 | 15.1 |
| 2017 | 280 | 129 | 151 | 94.7 | 1023 | 14.7 |
| 2016 | 281 | 134 | 147 | 94.9 | 1023 | 14.6 |
| 2015 | 289 | 136 | 153 | 94.2 | 1015 | 15.5 |
| 2014 | 283 | 132 | 151 | 96.2 | 1035 | 15.6 |
| 2013 | 292 | 135 | 157 | 95.9 | 1025 | 15.6 |
| 2012 | 261 | 122 | 139 | 95.1 | 1003 | 15.4 |
| 2011 | 273 | 132 | 141 | 94.7 | 1004 | 16.4 |
| 2010 | 250 | 125 | 125 | - | 1007 | 14.1 |
| 2009 | 261 | 134 | 127 | - | 1026 | 15.4 |
| 2008 | 263 | 136 | 127 | - | 1026 | 15.3 |
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.