Abermain Public School

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Phone: (02) 4930 4210
Email: abermain-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Address: Goulburn St, Abermain NSW 2326
Website: https://abermain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

AbermainPublicSchool

Quick facts

Established: 1 August 1905
Category: Primary School
Gender: Co-ed
Subjects: Comprehensive
Local government area: Cessnock
State electorate: Cessnock
Federal electorate: Hunter

About the school

Abermain Public School is located in Abermain, to the east of Cessnock in the Hunter Valley, and currently accommodates 294 students. The school has a dedicated staff focused on improving educational outcomes and is an active participant in the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools, which encompasses fifteen public schools in the area. As a White Ribbon school and a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) institution, Abermain Public School prioritises respect within both the school and the wider community.

The school's approach to education is future-focused and inclusive, offering a wide range of stimulating and engaging activities aimed at helping students reach their full potential. The leadership team and staff are implementing several initiatives in line with the Australian Curriculum, including Language, Learning and Literacy (L3), Project Based Learning, and early transition programs. These initiatives support the diverse needs of students, ensuring personalised pathways to success.

Abermain Public School fosters a caring learning community that values safety and respect. The school provides a comprehensive educational experience for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, promoting positive behaviour and strong community relationships. The strong commitment to student well-being aims to create an environment where all students are engaged and able to achieve personal success.

Parents and families are integral to the school's success, contributing to individual education plans that support tailored learning strategies for each child. By championing a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, Abermain Public School stands as a pillar of educational excellence in its community.

Mission

We value and strive to develop safe, respectful learners in a caring learning community.

Location & Catchment Area

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Abermain Public School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments: 257 (122 girls, 135 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?: 257
ICSEA What does this mean?: 917 (percentile 14)
SEA quarters What does this mean?: 62% / 27% / 9% / 2%
FOEI What does this mean?: 135
Indigenous students: 21%
LBOTE What does this mean?: 3%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 16.7
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 2.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade	Headcount
Kindergarten	38
Year 1	36
Year 2	46
Year 3	37
Year 4	29
Year 5	36
Year 6	35
Total	257

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	257	122	135	-	917	16.7
2024	256	118	138	88.7	914	16.7
2023	263	124	139	88	905	16.7
2022	265	125	140	85.2	893	16.7
2021	273	133	140	89.2	902	15.5
2020	270	131	139	-	908	15.5
2019	279	141	138	90.3	899	15.5
2018	300	150	150	91	879	16.4
2017	264	128	136	92.8	885	14.8
2016	264	128	136	91.5	901	13.5
2015	228	104	124	91.4	887	12.4
2014	199	94	105	92.8	904	12.6
2013	219	102	117	92	903	12.6
2012	210	99	111	93	900	12.2
2011	206	98	108	93.5	908	12.5
2010	223	106	117	-	911	12.7
2009	231	113	118	-	936	12.5
2008	230	110	120	-	936	14

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.