About the school
Mayfield West Demonstration School is a proud public school located in Newcastle, NSW. The school serves a diverse community and is committed to providing a balanced education from preschool to Year 6, with an emphasis on both academic excellence and creativity. The school’s vision is 'Learning for Life', focusing on the personal well-being and individual care of each student.
Academic Programs
The school offers a rich array of educational activities, including an extensive Creative Arts Program and Sports Program, ensuring that students are engaged in various disciplines. Enrichment opportunities are available to extend students' abilities, supported by a comprehensive range of technology that enhances learning across the curriculum.
Community Engagement
Mayfield West has strong ties with The University of Newcastle, which facilitates programs for pre-service teachers, enriching the learning environment for students and fostering professional development. This collaboration exemplifies the school’s commitment to continuous growth and community involvement.
The school prides itself on being an inclusive and nurturing environment, where students from all backgrounds feel safe and valued. The teaching staff is dedicated to unlocking each child's potential, helping them to thrive academically and socially. As a smaller institution, Mayfield West fosters a family-oriented atmosphere, allowing for personalised support and attention throughout the students' educational journey.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our school emphasises the development of the whole child and offers a tailored, cohesive and evidence-based approach from preschool to Year 6.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mayfield West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Waratah West Public School 1.7 km
- B Callaghan College Waratah Campus 1.8 km
- C Mayfield East Public School 1.9 km
- D Waratah Public School 1.9 km
- E Newcastle Senior School 2.4 km
- F Newcastle Middle School 2.5 km
- G Islington Public School 2.8 km
- H Tighes Hill Public School 2.9 km
- I Hamilton North Public School 3.2 km
- J Lambton High School 3.3 km
- K Shortland Public School 3.4 km
- L Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus 3.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 342 (183 girls, 159 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 342
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1033 (percentile 61)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 21% / 24% / 28% / 27%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 66
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 22%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 53 |
| Year 1 | 51 |
| Year 2 | 54 |
| Year 3 | 50 |
| Year 4 | 45 |
| Year 5 | 45 |
| Year 6 | 44 |
| Total | 342 |
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 | 342 | 183 | 159 | - | 1033 | 21.8 |
| 2024 | 323 | 172 | 151 | 91.2 | 1013 | 20.3 |
| 2023 | 308 | 159 | 149 | 91.2 | 1013 | 20.3 |
| 2022 | 304 | 163 | 141 | 86.1 | 997 | 18.4 |
| 2021 | 312 | 154 | 158 | 92.9 | 995 | 19.6 |
| 2020 | 324 | 162 | 162 | - | 986 | 19.7 |
| 2019 | 362 | 185 | 177 | 93 | 988 | 21.9 |
| 2018 | 368 | 174 | 194 | 92.6 | 995 | 21.9 |
| 2017 | 387 | 185 | 202 | 93.4 | 987 | 22.5 |
| 2016 | 357 | 165 | 192 | 94.7 | 993 | 20.3 |
| 2015 | 322 | 152 | 170 | 93.8 | 997 | 20.1 |
| 2014 | 319 | 151 | 168 | 94.1 | 989 | 19.3 |
| 2013 | 308 | 152 | 156 | 93.8 | 996 | 19.5 |
| 2012 | 294 | 135 | 159 | 93.4 | 969 | 18.1 |
| 2011 | 292 | 140 | 152 | 93 | 966 | 18.1 |
| 2010 | 266 | 122 | 144 | - | 966 | 17.1 |
| 2009 | 267 | 125 | 142 | - | 991 | 17.1 |
| 2008 | 288 | 139 | 149 | - | 991 | 18.1 |
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.