About the school
Gravesend Public School fosters a culture of recognition, celebration, equity, and inclusiveness. Located in North West New South Wales, this small, rural school supports the educational needs of students from Transition to Year 6, boasting a strong reputation for achievement in literacy, numeracy, and technology. The environment is characterised by ongoing professional development for staff, ensuring a continuous learning process that meets individual and community needs.
Learning Environment
The school provides a wide and balanced range of learning experiences, enhanced through collaboration with other small rural schools. This approach promotes social interaction among students and creates a supportive network for staff. Gravesend Public School prioritises individualised learning, offering literacy and numeracy support through tailored group learning sessions.
Community Commitment
Gravesend Public School is committed not only to the students' education but also to supporting the broader village community. Each member of the staff exemplifies dedication by extending efforts beyond school walls to meet the needs of families in the district. The school embodies a team spirit among teaching, administrative, and support staff, all focused on student success.
Facilities and Projects
The school has recently completed several infrastructure projects, such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative, which fosters a healthier learning environment, alongside a NSW-wide LED lighting upgrade. Additionally, the maintenance of school facilities ensures safety and longevity for future generations of students. Overall, Gravesend Public School stands as a pillar of support in the Gravesend community, offering a comprehensive education in a nurturing environment.
Mission
Gravesend Public School has a culture of high expectations and provision of high quality, inclusive and collaborative educational experiences that equip our students with the tools to be successful, confident and creative individuals.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gravesend Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Pallamallawa Public School 22.2 km
- B Warialda High School 23.8 km
- C Warialda Public School 23.8 km
- D Bingara Central School 38.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 23 (11 girls, 12 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 23
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 918 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 39% / 32% / 27% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 91
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Year 1 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 4 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 2 |
| Total | 23 |
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 | 23 | 11 | 12 | - | 918 | 1.8 |
| 2024 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 82.1 | 881 | 3.3 |
| 2023 | 21 | 12 | 9 | 89.1 | 899 | 3.7 |
| 2022 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 94.1 | 918 | 3.2 |
| 2021 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 94.3 | 941 | 3 |
| 2020 | 23 | 14 | 9 | - | 924 | 2.6 |
| 2019 | 29 | 14 | 15 | 93.8 | 961 | 2.6 |
| 2018 | 41 | 16 | 25 | 96 | 973 | 2.6 |
| 2017 | 35 | 12 | 23 | 95 | 957 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 37 | 13 | 24 | 94.5 | 989 | 2.4 |
| 2015 | 30 | 10 | 20 | 95.4 | 1012 | 2.4 |
| 2014 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 93.2 | 1030 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 30 | 12 | 18 | 91.5 | 1002 | 2.4 |
| 2012 | 27 | 10 | 17 | 87.7 | 949 | 2.5 |
| 2011 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 92.8 | 926 | 2.5 |
| 2010 | 27 | 13 | 14 | - | 896 | 2.5 |
| 2009 | 34 | 16 | 18 | - | 940 | 2.5 |
| 2008 | 37 | 18 | 19 | - | 940 | 2.4 |
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.