About the school
Taree Public School, established in 1865, is Taree's first school, located in the CBD and accommodating a diverse student body from the local area. The school is committed to enhancing educational outcomes for all children through quality teaching and differentiated learning methodologies. With smaller class sizes and a supportive environment, the school aims to provide each student with individual attention. Taree Public School, a Connected Communities and Early Learning for Success School, prioritises a balanced curriculum that develops skills and promotes literacy and numeracy.
Educational Programs
The school offers a variety of programs designed to engage students and promote cultural identity. Initiatives like Bro-Speak aim to build teamwork and relationships among boys in Years 5-6, while Sista-Speak provides similar opportunities for girls, fostering connections with community Elders. Additionally, the school supports the arts, integrating them across all subjects and allowing students to perform at community events.
Community Engagement
Taree Public School encourages strong ties with families and community members, inviting them to be actively involved in school activities. The school has a 'drop in for a cuppa' policy to foster open communication with parents and caregivers. Personalised Learning Plans are created collaboratively to focus on each student’s goals, which are assessed termly. Through its initiatives, Taree Public School seeks to be a nurturing oasis for learning, reflecting its motto, 'Excelsior', meaning 'High Quality'. With a focus on respect, responsibility, and safety, the school strives to nurture confident, well-rounded global citizens.
Mission
Learning together in a caring environment
Location & Catchment Area
- Taree Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Taree High School 198 m
- B Taree West Public School 1.7 km
- C Manning Gardens Public School 2.1 km
- D Chatham Public School 2.3 km
- E Chatham High School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 83 (35 girls, 48 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 83
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 795 (percentile 3)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 90% / 8% / 2% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 192
- Indigenous students
- 48%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 12%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 9 |
| Year 1 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 11 |
| Year 3 | 19 |
| Year 4 | 16 |
| Year 5 | 14 |
| Year 6 | 5 |
| Total | 83 |
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 | 83 | 35 | 48 | - | 795 | 9.7 |
| 2024 | 81 | 34 | 47 | 79.7 | 786 | 11.8 |
| 2023 | 93 | 41 | 52 | 82.2 | 763 | 11.7 |
| 2022 | 68 | 28 | 40 | 74.1 | 775 | 9 |
| 2021 | 72 | 34 | 38 | 79.4 | 765 | 8.4 |
| 2020 | 73 | 34 | 39 | - | 746 | 8.4 |
| 2019 | 72 | 32 | 40 | 82 | 738 | 8.4 |
| 2018 | 85 | 41 | 44 | 84.8 | 729 | 9.5 |
| 2017 | 86 | 37 | 49 | 85.6 | 754 | 8.3 |
| 2016 | 78 | 35 | 43 | 87.3 | 725 | 9.3 |
| 2015 | 70 | 34 | 36 | 83.6 | 735 | 8.2 |
| 2014 | 76 | 34 | 42 | 80.3 | 747 | 10.8 |
| 2013 | 65 | 28 | 37 | 76.3 | 750 | 10.8 |
| 2012 | 74 | 27 | 47 | 84.9 | 783 | 11.9 |
| 2011 | 67 | 22 | 45 | 80.8 | 783 | 11.9 |
| 2010 | 78 | 23 | 55 | - | 745 | 12 |
| 2009 | 88 | 33 | 55 | - | 793 | 12.1 |
| 2008 | 117 | 54 | 63 | - | 793 | 11.1 |
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.