Elands Public School

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Living to Learn - Learning to Live

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About the school

Elands Public School is a small, community-focused school located on the Bulga Plateau, serving a diverse and geographically isolated population. The school features a single K-6 class and is known for its strong community involvement, and active engagement among parents and local residents in the education process.

Educational Philosophy

The school prioritises individual learning programmes designed to enhance each child's intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development. A child-centred approach underscores the school's commitment to personalised education. This focus ensures that students not only achieve academic success but also develop important life skills.

Community Engagement

Elands Public School fosters a welcoming and supportive environment where every student is valued. The local community plays a pivotal role in the school’s operations, embedding a strong tradition of collaboration and participation in school life.

Curriculum and Wellbeing

The school provides an innovative and inclusive curriculum, tailored to meet diverse learning needs. Students are encouraged to develop creativity and critical thinking skills, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and support, ensuring a safe and nurturing school experience. Tailored support programs are available for students with varied abilities, including high potential and gifted students.

Commitment to Growth

Elands Public School is dedicated to helping students grow into confident, caring individuals ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities. By maintaining high expectations and encouraging diverse learning styles, the school empowers its students to become lifelong learners, fully prepared for future challenges.

The motto, "Living to Learn - Learning to Live," reflects the school's mission to nurture the potential of every child.

Mission

Elands Public School fosters a welcoming and supportive community where every student is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. The school offers a diverse and engaging curriculum tailored to meet the needs of all learners, promoting creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong skills.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Elands Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
15 (7 girls, 8 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
15
ICSEA What does this mean?
976 (percentile 36)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
23% / 36% / 20% / 21%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
1.6
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
0.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 2
Year 1 1
Year 2 2
Year 3 2
Year 4 5
Year 5 2
Year 6 1
Total 15

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 15 7 8 - 976 1.6
2024 15 7 8 88.7 977 1.6
2023 14 4 10 86.1 944 1.6
2022 17 6 11 85.9 990 1.6
2021 16 7 9 85.9 963 1.4
2020 12 5 7 - 995 1.4
2019 15 6 9 88.7 977 1.4
2018 12 5 7 88.9 940 1.4
2017 13 7 6 89.9 926 1.4
2016 18 12 6 91.5 885 1.4
2015 17 10 7 93.1 878 1.4
2014 19 11 8 91.4 882 1.5
2013 14 9 5 91.2 923 1.5
2012 12 8 4 85.2 996 1.4
2011 11 8 3 87.1 951 1.4
2010 19 12 7 - 951 1.4
2009 12 6 6 - 988 1.4
2008 10 5 5 - 988 1.4

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.

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