About the school
Tamworth Public School is a vibrant institution that fosters collaboration among staff, students, and the broader community to achieve excellent outcomes for all students. The school's philosophy centres around creating a supportive, stimulating, and challenging environment. With a motto of 'Aim High', the school embodies a long-standing tradition of excellence in academics, sports, and cultural activities.
Values and Atmosphere
The school places great importance on the values of Care, Courtesy, and Consideration, and visitors often remark on the welcoming, familial atmosphere that characterises the school community. Student satisfaction surveys reveal that students enjoy their time at Tamworth Public School, and parents feel appreciated.
Unique Programs
Unique features of the school include a diverse music program catering to various skill levels, specialist coaching in tennis and gymnastics, and an Opportunity Class designed for gifted and talented students. Other enriching activities include a Chess Club, successful debating teams, and a Year Round Care facility situated on school grounds.
Community Contributions
Significant contributions from parents have enhanced the school’s expansive grounds and attractive gardens, improving student comfort and safety. The school promotes community engagement and inclusiveness through a variety of programs, welcoming families and encouraging their active participation in the educational journey of their children.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tamworth Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Oxley High School 838 m
- B Tamworth West Public School 1.6 km
- C Parry School 2.8 km
- D Bullimbal School 2.8 km
- E Tamworth High School 2.9 km
- F Tamworth South Public School 3.2 km
- G Peel High School 4.4 km
- H Hillvue Public School 4.7 km
- I Oxley Vale Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 891 (406 girls, 485 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 891
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 997 (percentile 46)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 28% / 27% / 25% / 20%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 82
- Indigenous students
- 20%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 15%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 51.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 106 |
| Year 1 | 131 |
| Year 2 | 115 |
| Year 3 | 130 |
| Year 4 | 133 |
| Year 5 | 145 |
| Year 6 | 131 |
| Total | 891 |
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 | 891 | 406 | 485 | - | 997 | 51.5 |
| 2024 | 896 | 412 | 484 | 89.4 | 993 | 52.6 |
| 2023 | 898 | 424 | 474 | 89.9 | 1003 | 52.5 |
| 2022 | 903 | 423 | 480 | 88.2 | 1007 | 52.1 |
| 2021 | 892 | 435 | 457 | 92.3 | 1008 | 51.4 |
| 2020 | 895 | 451 | 444 | - | 1002 | 51.5 |
| 2019 | 914 | 466 | 448 | 93.4 | 1009 | 51.4 |
| 2018 | 923 | 474 | 449 | 94 | 1009 | 49.3 |
| 2017 | 914 | 463 | 451 | 94 | 1002 | 49.4 |
| 2016 | 889 | 432 | 457 | 94.3 | 1009 | 46.6 |
| 2015 | 869 | 414 | 455 | 94.5 | 1012 | 45.6 |
| 2014 | 824 | 395 | 429 | 95.3 | 1019 | 44.6 |
| 2013 | 784 | 370 | 414 | 95 | 1019 | 42.1 |
| 2012 | 758 | 363 | 395 | 95.1 | 995 | 40.8 |
| 2011 | 668 | 325 | 343 | 94.9 | 989 | 40.7 |
| 2010 | 634 | 313 | 321 | - | 990 | 39.7 |
| 2009 | 612 | 304 | 308 | - | 1002 | 38.8 |
| 2008 | 609 | 304 | 305 | - | 1002 | 37.5 |
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.