About the school
Hamilton South Public School, established in 1933 and located in inner city Newcastle, is a vibrant educational institution with a proud history of achievement and excellence. The school is committed to fostering a supportive educational environment that promotes dignity and self-worth in each child. Hamilton South Public School embraces student integration, with three support unit classes dedicated to students with special needs, enhancing the school community by fostering empathy and understanding among all students.
Mission and Educational Philosophy
The school's mission is captured in its statement: 'encouraging children to achieve their potential by providing a quality life-education in a co-operative, caring, learning environment'. This commitment is reinforced by the school's philosophy, 'By doing we learn', highlighting the importance of experiential learning in achieving improved student outcomes. Parents play an integral role in the school's community, contributing significantly to its success and culture of continuous improvement.
Programs and Opportunities
Hamilton South Public School offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including Band, Debating, Public Speaking, Dance, Robotics, and various sporting programs. The school works closely with local high schools to ensure a smooth transition for students moving up in their education.
The school's curriculum is designed to be balanced and engaging, focusing on quality outcomes for every child. By valuing the involvement of parents and community members in decision-making, Hamilton South cultivates an inclusive environment where every child's learning needs are acknowledged and catered for. With access to various educational and extracurricular opportunities, students are encouraged to explore and develop their individual talents and interests.
Mission
At Hamilton South Public School, we empower confident, creative and caring learners who make a positive difference in their world.
Location & Catchment Area
- Hamilton South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Newcastle High School 497 m
- B The Junction Public School 870 m
- C Merewether Public School 1.2 km
- D Hamilton Public School 1.4 km
- E Merewether High School 1.8 km
- F Merewether Heights Public School 2.1 km
- G Adamstown Public School 2.1 km
- H Newcastle East Public School 2.2 km
- I Hamilton North Public School 2.5 km
- J Carrington Public School 2.6 km
- K Hunter School of Performing Arts 2.6 km
- L Islington Public School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 362 (176 girls, 186 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 362
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1139 (percentile 93)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 12% / 25% / 58%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 20
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 16%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 22.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 42 |
| Year 1 | 52 |
| Year 2 | 61 |
| Year 3 | 50 |
| Year 4 | 53 |
| Year 5 | 46 |
| Year 6 | 58 |
| Total | 362 |
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 | 362 | 176 | 186 | - | 1139 | 22.6 |
| 2024 | 376 | 177 | 199 | 92.7 | 1134 | 23.6 |
| 2023 | 369 | 176 | 193 | 92.7 | 1130 | 23.6 |
| 2022 | 385 | 184 | 201 | 90.3 | 1144 | 22.8 |
| 2021 | 409 | 188 | 221 | 94.9 | 1130 | 23 |
| 2020 | 421 | 197 | 224 | - | 1126 | 24.1 |
| 2019 | 436 | 210 | 226 | 94.9 | 1121 | 24.1 |
| 2018 | 434 | 203 | 231 | 94.5 | 1120 | 23.9 |
| 2017 | 427 | 189 | 238 | 95.4 | 1131 | 23.4 |
| 2016 | 425 | 192 | 233 | 94.7 | 1120 | 23.2 |
| 2015 | 431 | 203 | 228 | 95.2 | 1126 | 23.1 |
| 2014 | 409 | 192 | 217 | 95.2 | 1120 | 23.9 |
| 2013 | 410 | 193 | 217 | 95.2 | 1119 | 22.8 |
| 2012 | 390 | 181 | 209 | 94.8 | 1101 | 22 |
| 2011 | 377 | 183 | 194 | 95 | 1100 | 20.9 |
| 2010 | 377 | 177 | 200 | - | 1097 | 20.9 |
| 2009 | 362 | 161 | 201 | - | 1090 | 19.8 |
| 2008 | 368 | 162 | 206 | - | 1090 | 20.9 |
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.