Barnsley Public School
Every Child Matters Every Day And Can Be a High Achiever.
About the school
Barnsley Public School is a public primary school located on the outskirts of Newcastle, catering to approximately 320 students. The school embodies the mantra, 'Every Child Matters Every Day And Can Be a High Achiever', which reflects its commitment to creating a supportive and aspirational learning environment. Established in 1995, Barnsley Public School features state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained staff dedicated to educational excellence. The school promotes a culture of high expectations and actively supports the well-being of all students through the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program.
Educational Approach
The curriculum at Barnsley Public School is designed to foster growth both academically and socially. Teaching strategies are responsive and dynamic, catering to the diverse needs of students. From a broad range of subjects to extracurricular activities, the school empowers students to explore their passions and develop essential life skills.
Community Engagement
Barnsley Public School is well-regarded in the region for its positive culture and community involvement. The school works closely with families, co-designing support plans to facilitate tailored learning experiences for each student. Partnerships with the local community enhance the educational offerings, ensuring that every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn.
Facilities
With modern technology integrated into the learning environment, Barnsley Public School also houses an onsite out-of-school-hours care facility. This comprehensive approach to education not only nurtures academic success but also fosters personal growth and a sense of belonging for all students.
Mission
Every Child Matters Every Day And Can Be a High Achiever.
Location & Catchment Area
- Barnsley Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Edgeworth Heights Public School 1.7 km
- B Edgeworth Public School 2.7 km
- C West Wallsend High School 2.8 km
- D Boolaroo Public School 3.3 km
- E Argenton Public School 3.3 km
- F West Wallsend Public School 3.4 km
- G Teralba Public School 3.4 km
- H Speers Point Public School 3.8 km
- I Wakefield School 3.8 km
- J Glendale Technology High School 4.6 km
- K Booragul Public School 4.8 km
- L Five Islands School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 276 (124 girls, 152 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 276
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 50% / 31% / 13% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 31 |
| Year 1 | 32 |
| Year 2 | 43 |
| Year 3 | 38 |
| Year 4 | 53 |
| Year 5 | 41 |
| Year 6 | 38 |
| Total | 276 |
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 | 276 | 124 | 152 | - | 950 | 19.3 |
| 2024 | 301 | 142 | 159 | 88.2 | 959 | 20.3 |
| 2023 | 299 | 139 | 160 | 88.8 | 951 | 21.8 |
| 2022 | 295 | 134 | 161 | 86.9 | 948 | 20.3 |
| 2021 | 309 | 147 | 162 | 91.1 | 954 | 20.6 |
| 2020 | 300 | 146 | 154 | - | 953 | 19.5 |
| 2019 | 319 | 163 | 156 | 92.2 | 951 | 19.7 |
| 2018 | 330 | 164 | 166 | 91.1 | 944 | 19.7 |
| 2017 | 309 | 158 | 151 | 93.8 | 947 | 17.4 |
| 2016 | 283 | 145 | 138 | 94.1 | 957 | 16.1 |
| 2015 | 264 | 134 | 130 | 94.5 | 951 | 15.1 |
| 2014 | 269 | 138 | 131 | 94.6 | 955 | 15.1 |
| 2013 | 269 | 132 | 137 | 94.7 | 944 | 15.3 |
| 2012 | 261 | 121 | 140 | 93.1 | 944 | 14.6 |
| 2011 | 275 | 134 | 141 | 93.9 | 948 | 14.7 |
| 2010 | 294 | 135 | 159 | - | 945 | 15.8 |
| 2009 | 312 | 144 | 168 | - | 997 | 17 |
| 2008 | 318 | 152 | 166 | - | 997 | 16.5 |
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.