About the school
Muswellbrook Public School is a coeducational primary school located in Muswellbrook, offering comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school prides itself on fostering a friendly and inclusive community, welcoming students from all backgrounds. It is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where students feel valued and encouraged to reach their full potential academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Programs and Opportunities
Muswellbrook Public School provides high-quality educational programs delivered by experienced and dedicated teachers. Its strong academic focus is complemented by unique opportunities such as a proficient drama program, public speaking, and access to modern technology including a computer lab and interactive whiteboards in every classroom. The school offers a comprehensive camping program aimed at enhancing students' confidence, self-esteem, and decision-making skills, thereby fostering social responsibility.
Community Engagement
The school actively promotes a sense of community and collaboration by encouraging parent involvement in school activities and maintaining open channels for communication. The Student Representative Council allows students from Grades 3 to 6 to engage in school decision-making, further developing their leadership skills. Furthermore, Muswellbrook Public School has a well-developed transition program that eases the entry of new students into kindergarten and supports Year 6 students moving to high school.
Facilities
With spacious grounds and access to local parks, the school boasts a variety of facilities including a large hall, modern library, and video conferencing-equipped classrooms. Ongoing professional learning for staff ensures that students are engaged in high-quality learning processes that are effective and inclusive. Muswellbrook Public School is proud of its achievements and continues to strive for excellence in education.
Mission
At Muswellbrook Public School (MPS) our school vision is to provide excellent education within an inclusive environment, so that students reach their full potential and become confident, creative individuals, building our community for today and tomorrow.
Location & Catchment Area
- Muswellbrook Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Muswellbrook High School 1.2 km
- B Muswellbrook South Public School 1.8 km
- C Aberdeen Public School 10.3 km
- D Scone High School 22.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 422 (226 girls, 196 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 422
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 913 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 54% / 32% / 11% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 125
- Indigenous students
- 28%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 24.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 54 |
| Year 1 | 58 |
| Year 2 | 61 |
| Year 3 | 52 |
| Year 4 | 59 |
| Year 5 | 61 |
| Year 6 | 77 |
| Total | 422 |
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 | 422 | 226 | 196 | - | 913 | 24.7 |
| 2024 | 431 | 230 | 201 | 86.9 | 903 | 25.4 |
| 2023 | 443 | 235 | 208 | 88.9 | 914 | 25.5 |
| 2022 | 452 | 237 | 215 | 86.1 | 914 | 26.2 |
| 2021 | 491 | 267 | 224 | 90.1 | 918 | 27.6 |
| 2020 | 512 | 270 | 242 | - | 927 | 29.7 |
| 2019 | 548 | 287 | 261 | 91.9 | 935 | 30.8 |
| 2018 | 560 | 287 | 273 | 92.9 | 936 | 31.6 |
| 2017 | 600 | 311 | 289 | 93.1 | 934 | 32.3 |
| 2016 | 605 | 312 | 293 | 93.9 | 937 | 31.8 |
| 2015 | 597 | 303 | 294 | 93.4 | 937 | 31.8 |
| 2014 | 599 | 283 | 316 | 93.4 | 940 | 30.3 |
| 2013 | 601 | 283 | 318 | 94.5 | 952 | 31.5 |
| 2012 | 567 | 255 | 312 | 93.4 | 955 | 29.4 |
| 2011 | 563 | 257 | 306 | 93.6 | 951 | 29.4 |
| 2010 | 561 | 259 | 302 | - | 952 | 29.5 |
| 2009 | 563 | 248 | 315 | - | 960 | 29.4 |
| 2008 | 588 | 253 | 335 | - | 960 | 30.1 |
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.