About the school
Maitland East Public School has a proud history of over 160 years in providing education to the East Maitland community. Located in the Maitland City Council area, the school currently enrols approximately 540 students within 23 classes, including a support class unit designed for students with special education needs. The dedicated staff at the school focuses on fostering a collaborative learning environment, with an emphasis on the school values of Respect, Responsibility, and Learning.
The growing diversity of the student population, which includes 9% Aboriginal students, contributes to a rich, inclusive environment that prioritises equality and respect. The school features modern facilities such as a computer lab, well-resourced library, expansive playgrounds, and various covered outdoor learning areas. Notably, recent improvements include an Aboriginal bush tucker garden and a yarning circle designed to enhance the school environment.
Students are encouraged to participate in a range of extracurricular activities, including sport, debating, public speaking, and music programs such as the school band and choir. The school's Learning and Support Team is committed to providing tailored assistance for students with individual needs, ensuring that every learner can thrive in a supportive atmosphere.
Maitland East Public School invites families to become actively involved in school events and planning through the P&C, strengthening the bond between the school and its community. Overall, the institution aims to create a safe, nurturing environment where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Maitland East Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Maitland Grossmann High School 849 m
- B Maitland High School 1.1 km
- C Tenambit Public School 2.0 km
- D Ashtonfield Public School 3.0 km
- E Hunter River Community School 3.1 km
- F Metford Public School 3.1 km
- G Maitland Public School 3.3 km
- H Nillo Infants School 3.4 km
- I Bolwarra Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 559 (243 girls, 316 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 559
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 975 (percentile 36)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 37% / 33% / 21% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 97
- Indigenous students
- 15%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 39.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 75 |
| Year 1 | 94 |
| Year 2 | 87 |
| Year 3 | 70 |
| Year 4 | 85 |
| Year 5 | 73 |
| Year 6 | 75 |
| Total | 559 |
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 | 559 | 243 | 316 | - | 975 | 39.4 |
| 2024 | 502 | 208 | 294 | 87.3 | 972 | 33.8 |
| 2023 | 504 | 232 | 272 | 88.5 | 976 | 33.8 |
| 2022 | 495 | 227 | 268 | 87.2 | 987 | 30.2 |
| 2021 | 501 | 233 | 268 | 90.7 | 976 | 31.3 |
| 2020 | 511 | 224 | 287 | - | 975 | 33.3 |
| 2019 | 535 | 230 | 305 | 92 | 979 | 33.5 |
| 2018 | 555 | 242 | 313 | 92.6 | 983 | 34.6 |
| 2017 | 574 | 262 | 312 | 93.3 | 974 | 35 |
| 2016 | 606 | 273 | 333 | 93.1 | 972 | 36 |
| 2015 | 630 | 282 | 348 | 92.8 | 977 | 36.1 |
| 2014 | 578 | 247 | 331 | 93.4 | 979 | 33.6 |
| 2013 | 569 | 243 | 326 | 94.2 | 977 | 33.5 |
| 2012 | 555 | 251 | 304 | 93.8 | 975 | 31.5 |
| 2011 | 525 | 252 | 273 | 93.7 | 977 | 30.6 |
| 2010 | 543 | 266 | 277 | - | 980 | 30.6 |
| 2009 | 538 | 270 | 268 | - | 1027 | 30.4 |
| 2008 | 541 | 264 | 277 | - | 1027 | 30.2 |
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.