About the school
Scone Public School is a co-educational primary school located in Scone, New South Wales, and caters to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With an enrolment of 470 students from diverse backgrounds, the school has built a solid reputation for excellence in education over its 162-year history. The school is known for fostering a love of learning, creativity, and curiosity in its students, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Academic Excellence
Scone Public School prides itself on its long-standing tradition of academic success. The school provides a variety of learning experiences to enrich students’ educational journeys, which includes two enrichment classes aimed at gifted and talented learners. An emphasis is placed on high expectations and individual growth, ensuring all students are recognised and supported in their academic pursuits.
Community and Values
The school fosters a supportive and inclusive culture that prioritises the wellbeing of its students. Strong partnerships with families and the local community bolster the school’s efforts in nurturing every child as a whole. The core values of respect, responsibility, and consideration are integral to the school’s philosophy, reflecting its commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Beyond academic pursuits, students at Scone Public School have the opportunity to excel in the performing arts and sports. The school has built a fine reputation in these areas, facilitating a balanced education that promotes both individual and collective success in various disciplines. Overall, Scone Public School remains dedicated to providing high-quality education while preparing students for their roles as responsible and engaged community members.
Mission
Scone Public School is committed to creating a positive, inclusive learning culture where every student experiences success with an emphasis on high expectations, excellence and the wellbeing of all students.
Location & Catchment Area
- Scone Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Scone High School 1.3 km
- B Aberdeen Public School 13.2 km
- C Muswellbrook Public School 23.4 km
- D Muswellbrook High School 24.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 400 (187 girls, 213 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 400
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 943 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 47% / 32% / 16% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 120
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 26.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Year 1 | 46 |
| Year 2 | 44 |
| Year 3 | 64 |
| Year 4 | 62 |
| Year 5 | 54 |
| Year 6 | 69 |
| Total | 400 |
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 | 400 | 187 | 213 | - | 943 | 26.3 |
| 2024 | 383 | 175 | 208 | 89 | 936 | 24.1 |
| 2023 | 383 | 184 | 199 | 89.2 | 938 | 25.2 |
| 2022 | 415 | 200 | 215 | 88 | 945 | 27 |
| 2021 | 420 | 203 | 217 | 91.7 | 949 | 26.6 |
| 2020 | 406 | 195 | 211 | - | 948 | 26.6 |
| 2019 | 419 | 198 | 221 | 92.7 | 951 | 26.7 |
| 2018 | 446 | 208 | 238 | 91.3 | 940 | 27.7 |
| 2017 | 459 | 221 | 238 | 93.6 | 953 | 28.1 |
| 2016 | 479 | 238 | 241 | 92.1 | 952 | 30.3 |
| 2015 | 502 | 253 | 249 | 92.2 | 956 | 32 |
| 2014 | 515 | 260 | 255 | 94.3 | 956 | 33.2 |
| 2013 | 538 | 270 | 268 | 93.3 | 965 | 34.3 |
| 2012 | 517 | 267 | 250 | 94.1 | 968 | 32.3 |
| 2011 | 482 | 249 | 233 | 93.4 | 971 | 30.2 |
| 2010 | 465 | 231 | 234 | - | 972 | 28.8 |
| 2009 | 470 | 232 | 238 | - | 984 | 28.8 |
| 2008 | 475 | 232 | 243 | - | 984 | 28.8 |
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.