Bellbird Public School
Dream Together, Learn Together, Achieve Together
About the school
Bellbird Public School is a dynamic public school located at the base of the Bimbedeen Ranges, just five minutes from Cessnock. Known for its innovative approach, the school offers a broad range of academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities designed to help all students reach their potential and engage thoroughly in their learning journey. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, Bellbird Public School emphasises respect, growth, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where high expectations encourage students to strive for excellence.
The school is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for students from diverse backgrounds. This support extends to strong partnerships with families, allowing for tailored educational plans that meet individual students' needs. The teaching staff is dedicated to nurturing each child’s unique strengths, promoting a culture of resilience and collaboration. Bellbird Public School also boasts of various extracurricular programs that include sports, creative arts, and opportunities for leadership, ensuring students develop friendships and essential life skills.
As a proud member of the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools, Bellbird Public School continues to uphold its mission of providing quality education and fostering a supportive community where everyone is valued. The school looks forward to continuous engagement with families, embarking together on the path of lifelong learning.
Mission
Bellbird Public School aims to provide a happy, challenging environment conducive to effective learning in which all can fully develop and go forward with confidence.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bellbird Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cessnock West Public School 3.5 km
- B Mount View High School 3.8 km
- C Cessnock Public School 4.9 km
- D Cessnock High School 5.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 355 (172 girls, 183 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 355
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 907 (percentile 12)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 60% / 29% / 9% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 134
- Indigenous students
- 29%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 75 |
| Year 1 | 47 |
| Year 2 | 32 |
| Year 3 | 61 |
| Year 4 | 41 |
| Year 5 | 52 |
| Year 6 | 47 |
| Total | 355 |
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 | 355 | 172 | 183 | - | 907 | 19.8 |
| 2024 | 300 | 160 | 140 | 88.4 | 915 | 17.3 |
| 2023 | 277 | 129 | 148 | 89.2 | 918 | 16.2 |
| 2022 | 267 | 127 | 140 | 86.3 | 919 | 16.5 |
| 2021 | 247 | 113 | 134 | 90.8 | 933 | 14.6 |
| 2020 | 244 | 106 | 138 | - | 930 | 14.6 |
| 2019 | 251 | 117 | 134 | 92.5 | 936 | 14.5 |
| 2018 | 237 | 106 | 131 | 91.1 | 925 | 13.5 |
| 2017 | 240 | 113 | 127 | 91.8 | 925 | 14.4 |
| 2016 | 265 | 129 | 136 | 92.8 | 927 | 15.5 |
| 2015 | 258 | 119 | 139 | 91.5 | 944 | 15.4 |
| 2014 | 273 | 135 | 138 | 92.7 | 945 | 15.3 |
| 2013 | 272 | 132 | 140 | 92.6 | 945 | 15.3 |
| 2012 | 253 | 116 | 137 | 92.8 | 944 | 13.7 |
| 2011 | 241 | 113 | 128 | 92.3 | 941 | 13.6 |
| 2010 | 229 | 104 | 125 | - | 941 | 13.7 |
| 2009 | 239 | 111 | 128 | - | 962 | 13.6 |
| 2008 | 252 | 116 | 136 | - | 962 | 13.5 |
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.