About the school
Mount George Public School is located in a small, rural environment, offering personalised teaching and learning tailored to the needs of individual students. The school places a strong emphasis on enhancing literacy and numeracy skills among its students. The motto, 'We Strive', reflects the high expectations that are set for both students and staff to meet the appointed syllabus outcomes. Significantly, the school benefits from the Priority Schools Program and National Partnerships Program (Low SES), which contribute essential resources to enhance the learning experience.
The school values the creation of a supportive, happy, and inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and personally. It aims to ensure that all students feel safe and included from their very first day, fostering a sense of belonging. By offering a wide range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities, Mount George Public School empowers its students to discover their passions and develop essential skills.
With a focus on both academic achievement and personal growth, the school organises various programs tailored to meet the specific needs of its students, including those requiring additional learning support. It maintains a commitment to high-quality education, helping students towards success in competitions, community engagement, and beyond. Mount George Public School effectively prepares children from diverse backgrounds to become confident and well-rounded global citizens.
Mission
At Mount George Public School, WE STRIVE to provide a happy, caring, and stimulating environment where children achieve personal and academic growth to thrive at school and beyond.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mount George Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wingham Public School 16.2 km
- B Wingham Brush Public School 18.7 km
- C Wingham High School 19.2 km
- D Krambach Public School 20.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 23 (10 girls, 13 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 23
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 932 (percentile 19)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 54% / 18% / 14% / 14%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 135
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 4 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 1 |
| Year 4 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 5 |
| Year 6 | 7 |
| 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 | 10 | 13 | - | 932 | 2.1 |
| 2024 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 87.6 | 914 | 3.5 |
| 2023 | 22 | 8 | 14 | 89.1 | 959 | 3.5 |
| 2022 | 22 | 10 | 12 | 89.3 | 935 | 3.5 |
| 2021 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 83.7 | 924 | 3.3 |
| 2020 | 27 | 15 | 12 | - | 917 | 2.7 |
| 2019 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 84.9 | 920 | 2 |
| 2018 | 23 | 14 | 9 | 91.7 | 826 | 2.7 |
| 2017 | 25 | 18 | 7 | 96.5 | 873 | 2.7 |
| 2016 | 27 | 14 | 13 | 89.2 | 897 | 2.6 |
| 2015 | 25 | 13 | 12 | 88.1 | 921 | 2 |
| 2014 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 93.4 | 875 | 2 |
| 2013 | 32 | 12 | 20 | 87.8 | 918 | 2.6 |
| 2012 | 30 | 11 | 19 | 88.7 | 931 | 2.6 |
| 2011 | 27 | 11 | 16 | 92.2 | 860 | 2.6 |
| 2010 | 30 | 12 | 18 | - | 860 | 2.6 |
| 2009 | 25 | 9 | 16 | - | 901 | 2.6 |
| 2008 | 29 | 13 | 16 | - | 901 | 2.6 |
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.