About the school
Barrington Public School is situated in the village of Barrington, proudly serving its community with an enrolment of 53 students. The school fosters a family atmosphere, focusing on excellence in education and integrity in personal behaviour. With a commitment to delivering a high-quality education for students in Kindergarten to Year 6, Barrington Public School offers a diverse range of academic, cultural, and sporting experiences, ensuring that every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from day one.
Learning Environment
The school provides a peaceful learning environment, featuring two covered outdoor learning areas, a well-resourced library, and extensive playground facilities, including a tennis court. Each air-conditioned classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards, alongside access to the latest technologies, including iPads. With a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, technology, and the creative arts, Barrington Public School prepares its students for success.
Community and Values
Barrington Public School has a dedicated staff supported by a proactive parent community, all working together to provide the best educational outcomes for students. The school is a member of the Bucketts Way Learning Community, facilitating a smooth transition for students from primary to secondary education. Barrington Public School’s core values of respect, responsibility, care, and choices guide its mission, promoting inclusivity and the development of strong character in students.
Enrolment and Support
The school offers tailored learning support for students with diverse needs, ensuring that all learners can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Barrington Public School encourages a collaborative approach to learning and development, partnering with families to co-design educational plans that cater to each student's unique requirements.
Mission
At Barrington Public School, we nurture every student’s academic, social, and emotional growth in a safe and supportive environment. Our curriculum combines explicit teaching, personalised learning, and real-world skills to ensure all learners are challenged and supported.
Location & Catchment Area
- Barrington Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gloucester Public School 6.4 km
- B Gloucester High School 6.8 km
- C Stratford Public School 16.4 km
- D Mount George Public School 27.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 52 (31 girls, 21 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 52
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 966 (percentile 32)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 33% / 18% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 89
- Indigenous students
- 19%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 13 |
| Year 1 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 7 |
| Year 4 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 1 |
| Year 6 | 8 |
| Total | 52 |
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 | 52 | 31 | 21 | - | 966 | 3.8 |
| 2024 | 40 | 25 | 15 | 93.2 | 1009 | 2.7 |
| 2023 | 53 | 32 | 21 | 91.2 | 991 | 3.9 |
| 2022 | 48 | 28 | 20 | 87.4 | 978 | 3.8 |
| 2021 | 51 | 29 | 22 | 92.8 | 985 | 3.2 |
| 2020 | 43 | 23 | 20 | - | 970 | 2.5 |
| 2019 | 47 | 24 | 23 | 94 | 967 | 3.3 |
| 2018 | 61 | 29 | 32 | 91.6 | 986 | 3.7 |
| 2017 | 57 | 26 | 31 | 94.4 | 979 | 3.6 |
| 2016 | 58 | 26 | 32 | 96.1 | 1007 | 3.6 |
| 2015 | 71 | 33 | 38 | 95.5 | 1002 | 3.6 |
| 2014 | 70 | 32 | 38 | 94.3 | 1024 | 3.7 |
| 2013 | 66 | 33 | 33 | 94.7 | 1001 | 3.7 |
| 2012 | 73 | 39 | 34 | 94 | 1002 | 3.6 |
| 2011 | 67 | 36 | 31 | 93.3 | 999 | 3.6 |
| 2010 | 61 | 31 | 30 | - | 1001 | 3.6 |
| 2009 | 63 | 29 | 34 | - | 981 | 3.6 |
| 2008 | 60 | 28 | 32 | - | 981 | 3.6 |
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.