Rowena Public School

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About the school

Rowena Public School is a small isolated rural school located in the far north-west of the Moree District. While enrolments have been gradually declining, the school maintains a dedicated team of two teachers who are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students. The school focuses on developing intellectual, physical, social, and cultural abilities, and it works tirelessly to overcome the challenges of isolation in this remote area.

Community and Support

The success of Rowena Public School is largely due to the co-operative relationship between parents, staff, and students. The school offers programs designed to ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to participate in various activities, with individual support tailored to their needs. Furthermore, the school acts as a hub for community activities, providing access to facilities like the pool, library, and computer services for local residents.

Rowena Public School prides itself on its quality buildings and facilities. Recently completed projects, such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative and the LED Upgrade Program, have enhanced the learning environment considerably, aiming for improved outcomes for all students.

Educational Excellence

As a Kindergarten to Year 6 school, Rowena Public School delivers a comprehensive education that welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. The institution is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore and develop their passions. The school's committed staff works collaboratively with families to co-design learning plans that cater to each student’s unique learning style. With a focus on respect, curiosity, and teamwork, Rowena Public School inspires a lifelong love of learning in every child.

Mission

Rowena Public School inspires a lifelong love of learning in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Rowena Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
20 (7 girls, 13 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
20
ICSEA What does this mean?
944 (percentile 23)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
38% / 15% / 32% / 16%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
1.5
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
0.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 3
Year 1 5
Year 2 1
Year 3 6
Year 4 1
Year 5 4
Total 20

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 20 7 13 - 944 1.5
2024 16 6 10 86.4 978 3.2
2023 20 8 12 89.3 967 3.2
2022 25 13 12 87.7 984 3.2
2021 24 14 10 91.6 1014 3
2020 28 14 14 - 1025 3
2019 20 7 13 94.7 1079 3
2018 27 11 16 92.8 1042 1.8
2017 25 11 14 92.6 1047 2.5
2016 26 13 13 93.8 1034 2.4
2015 24 10 14 93.8 1058 2.9
2014 20 9 11 95.8 1046 1.3
2013 20 9 11 93.2 1069 2.4
2012 33 16 17 94.7 997 2.4
2011 32 18 14 91.9 1066 2.4
2010 29 14 15 - 1066 2.4
2009 30 14 16 - 1035 2.4
2008 29 15 14 - 1035 2.3

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.

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