About the school
Cessnock Public School, established in 1859, holds a significant place in the heritage of Cessnock. Catering to approximately 360 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 across 13 classes, the school is committed to providing quality education in an inclusive environment. Notably, around 15% of the student body identifies as Aboriginal, and the school features a Support Unit with three dedicated classes.
Educational Focus
The school actively participates in the Priority Schools Program, prioritising Literacy, Numeracy, and Student Engagement while fostering partnerships between the school and families. With a strong emphasis on technology, Cessnock Public School enhances learning experiences through innovative teaching practices and effective social skills programs. The implementation of Positive Behaviour for Learning strategies and the Peer Support program contributes to a safe and supportive playground environment, where structured activities cater to students' diverse needs.
Community Involvement
Cessnock Public School is a proud member of the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools, reflecting its commitment to collaborative educational success. The school focuses on creating respectful relationships and embraces a culture of inclusion, ensuring every student feels valued and supported in their learning journey. In line with neighbourhood growth and the increasing demand for local educational facilities, plans for a new public preschool are also in progress to aid early childhood education, expected to open in time for Term 1, 2027.
Through its long-standing history and dedication to comprehensive education, Cessnock Public School continues to play a pivotal role in the development of its students and the wider community.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cessnock Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cessnock High School 524 m
- B Cessnock East Public School 1.5 km
- C Cessnock West Public School 1.8 km
- D Mount View High School 3.2 km
- E Kearsley Public School 3.5 km
- F Nulkaba Public School 3.6 km
- G Kitchener Public School 4.2 km
- H Bellbird Public School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 276 (111 girls, 165 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 276
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 876 (percentile 7)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 66% / 26% / 6% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 150
- Indigenous students
- 30%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 26.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Year 1 | 44 |
| Year 2 | 33 |
| Year 3 | 31 |
| Year 4 | 50 |
| Year 5 | 40 |
| Year 6 | 43 |
| Total | 276 |
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 | 276 | 111 | 165 | - | 876 | 26.3 |
| 2024 | 285 | 111 | 174 | 83.6 | 876 | 26.3 |
| 2023 | 271 | 111 | 160 | 85.5 | 890 | 25.2 |
| 2022 | 270 | 118 | 152 | 82.4 | 888 | 22.7 |
| 2021 | 296 | 139 | 157 | 87.6 | 881 | 23.4 |
| 2020 | 332 | 162 | 170 | - | 871 | 24.6 |
| 2019 | 318 | 164 | 154 | 89.8 | 864 | 20 |
| 2018 | 313 | 161 | 152 | 90.7 | 887 | 21.3 |
| 2017 | 305 | 153 | 152 | 90 | 887 | 19.8 |
| 2016 | 296 | 141 | 155 | 89.5 | 866 | 18.6 |
| 2015 | 307 | 140 | 167 | 90.7 | 886 | 19.8 |
| 2014 | 309 | 142 | 167 | 91.3 | 875 | 19.9 |
| 2013 | 307 | 144 | 163 | 90.1 | 884 | 20.2 |
| 2012 | 317 | 148 | 169 | 91.6 | 897 | 20.2 |
| 2011 | 326 | 149 | 177 | 91.7 | 899 | 20.1 |
| 2010 | 324 | 147 | 177 | - | 894 | 20.3 |
| 2009 | 346 | 153 | 193 | - | 917 | 21.3 |
| 2008 | 354 | 158 | 196 | - | 917 | 21.4 |
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.