Singleton Public School
Enter to Learn - Respect, Responsibility, Quality
About the school
Singleton Public School has a long tradition of educational excellence and community involvement, situated in the Hunter Valley of NSW on Hunter Street, near the town's CBD. The school is dedicated to lifelong learning, viewing education as a goal rather than a destination. It fosters a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for its students. As a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) school, Singleton Public School embodies the core values of respect, quality, and responsibility.
The highly committed professional staff deliver a challenging curriculum enhanced by modern resources including networked computer classrooms, interactive whiteboards, and a well-resourced library. Students benefit from attractive landscaped learning areas and new play equipment, while various educational, sporting, and cultural experiences encourage full participation.
Singleton Public School is inclusive, featuring a Support Unit for diverse learning needs, and is recognised for successful programs in Environmental and Sustainable Learning, Technology, Public Speaking, and more. Strong partnerships with parents and the community play a crucial role in the school’s ethos, and active engagement in school activities is encouraged.
The school is part of the Singleton Learning Community, facilitating important links with Singleton High School for smooth transitions. Proud of its heritage, Singleton Public School lives by its motto, 'Enter to Learn', and is committed to nurturing future leaders, aiming for academic excellence in all its endeavours. The school looks forward to continuing its tradition of quality education in the local community.
Mission
At SPS, we are committed to providing a supportive learning environment where every student is empowered to achieve their best and become confident, creative and active learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Singleton Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A King Street Public School 785 m
- B Singleton High School 911 m
- C Singleton Heights Public School 1.7 km
- D Kirkton Public School 12.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 353 (154 girls, 199 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 353
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 49% / 29% / 13% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 109
- Indigenous students
- 22%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 26.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Year 1 | 53 |
| Year 2 | 49 |
| Year 3 | 61 |
| Year 4 | 37 |
| Year 5 | 61 |
| Year 6 | 40 |
| Total | 353 |
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 | 353 | 154 | 199 | - | 950 | 26.4 |
| 2024 | 373 | 165 | 208 | 90.1 | 967 | 26.4 |
| 2023 | 375 | 165 | 210 | 90.1 | 964 | 26.4 |
| 2022 | 395 | 181 | 214 | 87.1 | 966 | 27.1 |
| 2021 | 402 | 183 | 219 | 92 | 972 | 25.6 |
| 2020 | 430 | 209 | 221 | - | 969 | 28.7 |
| 2019 | 456 | 215 | 241 | 92.2 | 972 | 29 |
| 2018 | 466 | 219 | 247 | 92.5 | 961 | 30.1 |
| 2017 | 474 | 222 | 252 | 93.2 | 964 | 29.5 |
| 2016 | 462 | 231 | 231 | 92.5 | 963 | 29.3 |
| 2015 | 439 | 207 | 232 | 93.6 | 968 | 27.8 |
| 2014 | 425 | 200 | 225 | 94.2 | 976 | 28 |
| 2013 | 428 | 191 | 237 | 94 | 968 | 26.9 |
| 2012 | 428 | 200 | 228 | 93.8 | 976 | 26.1 |
| 2011 | 411 | 197 | 214 | 94.3 | 974 | 27.1 |
| 2010 | 390 | 182 | 208 | - | 976 | 26.2 |
| 2009 | 432 | 201 | 231 | - | 986 | 27.1 |
| 2008 | 476 | 220 | 256 | - | 986 | 29.1 |
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.