Black Hill Public School
Self-reliant students ready for the future.
About the school
Black Hill Public School is a small, rural school located within a picturesque environment bordered by Newcastle, Maitland, and Kurri Kurri. The school prides itself on providing high-quality environmental, academic, sporting, cultural, and technological facilities designed to foster the individual development of each student. The commitment to quality education is evident through a dedicated staff who emphasise ongoing improvement and a supportive community that upholds high expectations for student success.
Educational Environment
The school delivers a comprehensive curriculum that offers both support and extension opportunities, all within a safe and nurturing environment. At Black Hill Public School, the focus is on fostering positive self-esteem and self-motivation, helping each student realise their full potential and prepare for future challenges. The school mission is encapsulated in the phrase 'self-reliant students ready for the future'.
Community and Values
The principal, Kylie South, along with the dedicated staff, believes in creating a vibrant and inclusive school community. Black Hill Public School welcomes all students and is committed to providing a robust educational experience for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school values respect, safety, and excellence, nurturing confident, curious learners who are well-prepared for life's challenges. Emphasis is placed on collaboration with families and the broader community, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
Overall, Black Hill Public School is committed to fostering an environment of continuous growth, wellbeing, equity, and excellence, welcoming students and families to join in a shared journey of learning.
Mission
- We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
- Our school is committed to delivering high quality, inclusive teaching practices that actively engage, inspire, and challenge all students to become "even better."
Location & Catchment Area
- Black Hill Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Minmi Public School 4.2 km
- B Glendore Public School 5.0 km
- C Beresfield Public School 5.2 km
- D Tarro Public School 5.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 67 (41 girls, 26 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 67
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 982 (percentile 39)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 28% / 34% / 25% / 13%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 102
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 11 |
| Year 1 | 13 |
| Year 2 | 11 |
| Year 3 | 7 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 10 |
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Total | 67 |
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 | 67 | 41 | 26 | - | 982 | 5 |
| 2024 | 78 | 45 | 33 | 87.9 | 1001 | 6.1 |
| 2023 | 87 | 51 | 36 | 91.8 | 994 | 6.1 |
| 2022 | 83 | 48 | 35 | 84.4 | 1004 | 6.1 |
| 2021 | 91 | 54 | 37 | 92.4 | 1004 | 5.9 |
| 2020 | 82 | 47 | 35 | - | 995 | 5.9 |
| 2019 | 94 | 52 | 42 | 93.6 | 994 | 4.9 |
| 2018 | 102 | 51 | 51 | 95.4 | 998 | 6 |
| 2017 | 104 | 49 | 55 | 95.1 | 997 | 5.9 |
| 2016 | 103 | 53 | 50 | 95.6 | 1004 | 5.8 |
| 2015 | 93 | 48 | 45 | 95.8 | 1009 | 4.7 |
| 2014 | 86 | 46 | 40 | 95 | 1016 | 4.6 |
| 2013 | 69 | 37 | 32 | 93.8 | 1029 | 3.6 |
| 2012 | 77 | 49 | 28 | 94.5 | 1050 | 4.5 |
| 2011 | 67 | 47 | 20 | 95.4 | 1046 | 3.5 |
| 2010 | 55 | 36 | 19 | - | 1026 | 3.5 |
| 2009 | 60 | 35 | 25 | - | 1040 | 3.5 |
| 2008 | 60 | 35 | 25 | - | 1040 | 3.5 |
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.