About the school
Taree West Public School is a proud and vibrant educational institution located in Taree, catering to students from Pre-Primary to Year 6. With a student population exceeding 500, the school has gained a reputable standing within the community for its commitment to quality education. Central to the school's ethos are the values of Teamwork, Welfare, Performance, and Scholarship, guiding its mission to encourage a high level of achievement in both academics and sports.
Learning Environment
The school fosters a stimulating and inclusive learning environment, supported by dedicated teaching staff and active parent involvement. With facilities that have recently been enhanced, Taree West Public School is well-equipped to implement programs in creative arts, technology, and student welfare. A strong emphasis on both numeracy and literacy ensures that students achieve commendable results in national assessments.
Community Involvement
The school's community spirit is reflected in its strong relationships with families and partnerships across the Manning Valley. Leadership initiatives focused on student welfare highlight significant achievements celebrated throughout the year. This community-oriented approach helps each child feel safe, included, and inspired to learn from their very first day.
Taree West Public School is dedicated to providing a high-quality education tailored to meet the individual needs of every student, preparing them well for their futures with a robust foundation in learning, growth, and personal development.
Mission
Providing care, excellence and opportunity in an inspired learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Taree West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Taree Public School 1.7 km
- B Taree High School 1.8 km
- C Manning Gardens Public School 2.2 km
- D Chatham Public School 3.7 km
- E Chatham High School 3.7 km
- F Tinonee Public School 4.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 409 (209 girls, 200 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 409
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 910 (percentile 13)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 30% / 13% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 124
- Indigenous students
- 32%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 26.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 41 |
| Year 1 | 64 |
| Year 2 | 55 |
| Year 3 | 64 |
| Year 4 | 62 |
| Year 5 | 61 |
| Year 6 | 62 |
| Total | 409 |
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 | 409 | 209 | 200 | - | 910 | 26.5 |
| 2024 | 432 | 226 | 206 | 87.3 | 914 | 27.4 |
| 2023 | 439 | 234 | 205 | 88 | 909 | 27.5 |
| 2022 | 474 | 250 | 224 | 84.8 | 911 | 29.5 |
| 2021 | 479 | 250 | 229 | 90 | 911 | 29 |
| 2020 | 508 | 255 | 253 | - | 912 | 31 |
| 2019 | 511 | 263 | 248 | 92.1 | 913 | 31.1 |
| 2018 | 536 | 280 | 256 | 91.5 | 914 | 32.2 |
| 2017 | 521 | 274 | 247 | 92.9 | 923 | 30.8 |
| 2016 | 509 | 256 | 253 | 92.5 | 928 | 29.9 |
| 2015 | 476 | 246 | 230 | 92.6 | 930 | 28.1 |
| 2014 | 514 | 269 | 245 | 93.1 | 926 | 29.9 |
| 2013 | 515 | 280 | 235 | 93.1 | 941 | 30 |
| 2012 | 521 | 275 | 246 | 92.5 | 948 | 29.9 |
| 2011 | 529 | 278 | 251 | 92.3 | 943 | 29.8 |
| 2010 | 511 | 265 | 246 | - | 941 | 28.7 |
| 2009 | 517 | 267 | 250 | - | 961 | 29.8 |
| 2008 | 496 | 262 | 234 | - | 961 | 26.7 |
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.