Woodberry Public School
Respect - Commitment - Responsibility
About the school
Woodberry Public School is situated in the Hunter region near Maitland and Newcastle. Established in 1973, the school serves the surrounding semi-rural community and is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all students. With a significant percentage of its student population coming from low socio-economic backgrounds, and around 25% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, the school prioritises inclusivity and support for diverse needs.
Mission and Values
The school's mission is clear: to create a happy and secure learning environment for all its students. This commitment is exemplified through the incorporation of Schools as Community Centres that enhance inter-agency involvement and support services.
Focus Areas
Woodberry Public School has a strong focus on Literacy, Numeracy, and Student Engagement, identified through rigorous analysis of national testing programs and school-level data. By participating in programs like the Priority Schools Program and the Priority Action Schools funding initiative, the school aims to continuously improve educational outcomes and engagement among its students.
Community Engagement
The school prides itself on its community-focused approach, actively partnering with families to support each child's learning journey. It welcomes students from all backgrounds, striving to ensure each child feels safe and included from their first day at school. With a broad curriculum that promotes exploration and critical thinking, Woodberry Public School prepares its students to be confident, well-rounded individuals ready for their futures.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Woodberry Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Woodberry Learning Centre 99 m
- B Francis Greenway High School 1.1 km
- C Beresfield Public School 2.0 km
- D Tarro Public School 2.1 km
- E Thornton Public School 3.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 221 (118 girls, 103 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 221
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 817 (percentile 3)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 76% / 16% / 6% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 188
- Indigenous students
- 47%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 22.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 28 |
| Year 1 | 22 |
| Year 2 | 38 |
| Year 3 | 31 |
| Year 4 | 33 |
| Year 5 | 29 |
| Year 6 | 40 |
| Total | 221 |
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 | 221 | 118 | 103 | - | 817 | 22.2 |
| 2024 | 216 | 122 | 94 | 86.2 | 811 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | 226 | 122 | 104 | 86.9 | 830 | 20 |
| 2022 | 200 | 106 | 94 | 84.8 | 816 | 18.8 |
| 2021 | 196 | 103 | 93 | 87.6 | 834 | 17.9 |
| 2020 | 199 | 103 | 96 | - | 824 | 16.8 |
| 2019 | 218 | 102 | 116 | 88.4 | 814 | 16.9 |
| 2018 | 205 | 94 | 111 | 85.6 | 800 | 14.5 |
| 2017 | 190 | 86 | 104 | 88.6 | 817 | 13.7 |
| 2016 | 187 | 88 | 99 | 88.4 | 816 | 11.6 |
| 2015 | 191 | 89 | 102 | 90.8 | 825 | 13.7 |
| 2014 | 209 | 100 | 109 | 92.3 | 847 | 15.5 |
| 2013 | 193 | 91 | 102 | 93.7 | 835 | 14 |
| 2012 | 180 | 87 | 93 | 89.7 | 857 | 15.8 |
| 2011 | 190 | 88 | 102 | 91.2 | 861 | 15.7 |
| 2010 | 203 | 97 | 106 | - | 855 | 15.9 |
| 2009 | 222 | 101 | 121 | - | 834 | 17.3 |
| 2008 | 236 | 106 | 130 | - | 834 | 17.3 |
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.