Stanford Merthyr Infants School
Working together, making a difference with every child.
About the school
Stanford Merthyr Infants School is located in the residential community of Kurri Kurri, set in a beautiful bushland environment that encourages outdoor play and environmental studies. Catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 2, the school is dedicated to providing a caring and supportive atmosphere where students can thrive. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a positive learning environment, aiming to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in its students.
Vision and Values
The vision of Stanford Merthyr Infants School aligns with the principles of equity and inclusiveness, as encapsulated in their vision statement: 'Working together, making a difference with every child.' This reflects the school’s commitment to valuing diversity and promoting a culture of compassion and respect. Their objectives focus on ensuring that every child attains their full potential in academic, social, and personal realms.
Curriculum and Programs
The curriculum at Stanford Merthyr Infants School is designed to provide comprehensive educational experiences that prepare students for their future schooling. Key subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, and Technology, along with History and Geography, Creative Arts, Personal Development, and Health and Physical Education. The school actively collaborates with other local schools in the Kurri Kurri Learning Community to enhance educational opportunities and resources.
Community and Support
The school fosters strong relationships between families and staff, focusing on the holistic development of each child. Utilising programs such as the Positive Behaviour for Learning initiative, Stanford Merthyr Infants School seeks to cultivate an environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Stanford Merthyr Infants School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Pelaw Main Public School 1.4 km
- B Kurri Kurri Public School 1.6 km
- C Kurri Kurri High School 1.7 km
- D Weston Public School 3.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 54 (24 girls, 30 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 54
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 44% / 35% / 17% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 122
- Indigenous students
- 20%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 22 |
| Year 1 | 22 |
| Year 2 | 10 |
| Total | 54 |
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 | 54 | 24 | 30 | - | 950 | 4.2 |
| 2024 | 46 | 20 | 26 | 89.9 | 960 | 4.2 |
| 2023 | 58 | 27 | 31 | 89.8 | 922 | 4.2 |
| 2022 | 67 | 32 | 35 | 87.2 | 917 | 4.8 |
| 2021 | 64 | 34 | 30 | 91.9 | 918 | 4.7 |
| 2020 | 80 | 43 | 37 | - | 932 | 5.1 |
| 2019 | 81 | 37 | 44 | 93.4 | 922 | 5.1 |
| 2018 | 76 | 41 | 35 | 93.5 | 946 | 5.1 |
| 2017 | 67 | 36 | 31 | 94.7 | - | 4.6 |
| 2016 | 68 | 39 | 29 | 94.1 | - | 4.5 |
| 2015 | 74 | 37 | 37 | 93.8 | - | 4.9 |
| 2014 | 68 | 37 | 31 | 96.6 | - | 4.5 |
| 2013 | 55 | 28 | 27 | 94.8 | - | 3.9 |
| 2012 | 68 | 25 | 43 | 92.6 | 940 | 4.3 |
| 2011 | 69 | 29 | 40 | 94.3 | 939 | 4.3 |
| 2010 | 68 | 27 | 41 | - | 935 | 3.7 |
| 2009 | 55 | 23 | 32 | - | 958 | 3.7 |
| 2008 | 60 | 27 | 33 | - | 958 | 3.8 |
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.