Tinonee Public School
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe.
About the school
Tinonee Public School has a proud history dating back to 1859 and is situated in a picturesque location overlooking the Manning River. The school features a beautiful hall with a stage, fostering performances in the creative arts. Strong partnerships amongst parents, students, and staff are cultivated to encourage students to become valued members of their community, both locally and internationally.
Academic Excellence
The school is committed to providing a supportive environment that focuses on the individual development of each student, empowering them to reach their full potential. Experienced staff members design and implement effective teaching strategies and assessment programs, allowing for tracking of student progress. Reports are issued at the end of Terms 2 and 4, along with parent/teacher interviews, ensuring that parents remain informed.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Students at Tinonee Public School can participate in a wide array of sporting competitions at local, regional, state, and national levels, as well as engage in various programs such as the school band, choir, dance troupe, and peer support initiatives. With a strong emphasis on technology, the school incorporates numerous educational programs and maintains a well-equipped computer room with interactive technology.
Community Connection
The school maintains close ties with the local pre-school, aiding in a seamless transition for new students. Tinonee Public School is dedicated to being a KidsMatter school, ensuring a focus on students' emotional wellbeing and social skills in their educational journey. Ultimately, the school aims to provide a happy and safe environment where students can thrive as self-disciplined thinkers and well-rounded individuals.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tinonee Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Taree West Public School 4.1 km
- B Taree Public School 5.2 km
- C Taree High School 5.4 km
- D Manning Gardens Public School 6.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 158 (83 girls, 75 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 158
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 948 (percentile 24)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 41% / 36% / 14% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 109
- Indigenous students
- 23%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Year 1 | 26 |
| Year 2 | 18 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 18 |
| Year 5 | 25 |
| Year 6 | 25 |
| Total | 158 |
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 | 158 | 83 | 75 | - | 948 | 13 |
| 2024 | 146 | 72 | 74 | 90.5 | 962 | 13 |
| 2023 | 149 | 67 | 82 | 90.3 | 960 | 13 |
| 2022 | 145 | 63 | 82 | 88.2 | 958 | 12.2 |
| 2021 | 137 | 62 | 75 | 91.5 | 971 | 10.5 |
| 2020 | 152 | 69 | 83 | - | 971 | 10.5 |
| 2019 | 163 | 73 | 90 | 93.5 | 972 | 10.5 |
| 2018 | 168 | 74 | 94 | 92 | 966 | 10.5 |
| 2017 | 180 | 82 | 98 | 93.5 | 985 | 11.5 |
| 2016 | 176 | 78 | 98 | 94.5 | 975 | 10.4 |
| 2015 | 169 | 73 | 96 | 93.5 | 987 | 10.3 |
| 2014 | 175 | 81 | 94 | 95.3 | 994 | 10.5 |
| 2013 | 166 | 84 | 82 | 95.9 | 984 | 10.5 |
| 2012 | 181 | 95 | 86 | 95.1 | 989 | 9.9 |
| 2011 | 185 | 94 | 91 | 95.9 | 991 | 10.9 |
| 2010 | 194 | 100 | 94 | - | 994 | 10.9 |
| 2009 | 192 | 94 | 98 | - | 990 | 10.9 |
| 2008 | 192 | 95 | 97 | - | 990 | 10.9 |
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.