About the school
Narrabri Public School is situated in the centre of Narrabri, catering to approximately 406 students, with 31% identifying as Aboriginal. The school features attractive, well-maintained buildings and grounds, with a modern administration building constructed in 2016. The school is committed to fostering confident, future-focused learners through innovative and engaging teaching practices. It promotes high academic expectations alongside sporting, cultural, and social success for all students.
The school community places strong emphasis on its core values of respect, resilience, responsibility, inclusion, and achievement, which resonate with students, staff, parents, and local partners. Narrabri Public School is known for its inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment, bolstered by a diverse team of both experienced and new staff who work collaboratively to enhance student outcomes.
Narrabri Public School engages with a vast array of learning activities, offering comprehensive resources and a focus on technology, including access to computers, laptops, and interactive boards. Students can participate in programs like Drama Club, music lessons, Band, and robotics. The school promotes a healthy lifestyle through a robust sports program that allows students to represent the school at various levels.
Transition programs facilitate the start of Kindergarten and the move to high school. The school's close ties to the community enrich the educational experience, providing students opportunities for lifelong learning. Overall, Narrabri Public School is dedicated to ensuring that every student grows into a respected, active community member, upholding a positive, safe, and dynamic educational ethos.
Mission
At Narrabri Public School we are committed to creating confident and intrinsically motivated, lifelong learners who work towards achieving their education goals. Students are our priority, and the school promotes equity in learning in an environment reflective of high expectations for all students, encouraging them to be the best version of themselves.
Location & Catchment Area
- Narrabri Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Narrabri High School 1.2 km
- B Narrabri West Public School 3.0 km
- C Wee Waa Public School 34.8 km
- D Wee Waa High School 34.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 267 (125 girls, 142 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 267
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 823 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 69% / 20% / 9% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 158
- Indigenous students
- 51%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 37 |
| Year 1 | 31 |
| Year 2 | 27 |
| Year 3 | 48 |
| Year 4 | 41 |
| Year 5 | 36 |
| Year 6 | 47 |
| Total | 267 |
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 | 267 | 125 | 142 | - | 823 | 18.7 |
| 2024 | 255 | 127 | 128 | 87.2 | 830 | 25.5 |
| 2023 | 256 | 130 | 126 | 86.3 | 830 | 25.6 |
| 2022 | 298 | 156 | 142 | 87.1 | 847 | 21.1 |
| 2021 | 329 | 163 | 166 | 88.1 | 850 | 25.1 |
| 2020 | 353 | 177 | 176 | - | 848 | 25.2 |
| 2019 | 394 | 193 | 201 | 91 | 861 | 25.2 |
| 2018 | 399 | 196 | 203 | 90 | 880 | 24.1 |
| 2017 | 403 | 196 | 207 | 92.6 | 892 | 24.6 |
| 2016 | 407 | 203 | 204 | 92 | 895 | 23.5 |
| 2015 | 414 | 205 | 209 | 92.6 | 906 | 23 |
| 2014 | 411 | 203 | 208 | 93.6 | 921 | 23.1 |
| 2013 | 399 | 199 | 200 | 94.2 | 947 | 22.6 |
| 2012 | 391 | 201 | 190 | 94.9 | 942 | 25 |
| 2011 | 400 | 196 | 204 | 94.6 | 933 | 24.9 |
| 2010 | 361 | 185 | 176 | - | 934 | 22.7 |
| 2009 | 358 | 182 | 176 | - | 873 | 22.7 |
| 2008 | 345 | 168 | 177 | - | 873 | 22.7 |
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.