Kempsey South Public School

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About the school

Kempsey South Public School prides itself on delivering outstanding education programs and offers an extensive range of activities that cater for all ability levels, interests, and learning styles. The school's teachers are highly qualified professionals who are caring and committed, providing a rich nurturing environment where the welfare of students and families is of the utmost importance. Their knowledge, enthusiasm, and creativity inspire students to achieve maximum outcomes.

Curriculum and Facilities

A diverse curriculum is offered, with exceptional programs in welfare, sport, and the arts that extend students' abilities and passions. The school is situated in spacious grounds with well-laid out playing fields and modern play equipment, featuring vibrant gardens and inspiring murals that contribute to a pleasant atmosphere. Facilities include two Covered Outdoor Learning Areas with fixed equipment, a cricket pitch, a large shaded tree area, and extensive bush tucker gardens. Many modern classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards, and there is a resource room with cooking facilities, a library, a canteen, a hall, an audiovisual room, and a computer laboratory.

Community Engagement

Kempsey South Public School maintains strong links with local community services, as well as local preschools and a high school. This collaboration ensures that the learning experience is integrated and responsive to the needs of the community. The school welcomes students from all backgrounds, helping every child feel safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day. With a focus on tailored learning support, the school aims to empower every student to discover their passions and succeed in their educational journey.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Location & Catchment Area

  • Kempsey South Public School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
129 (55 girls, 74 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
129
ICSEA What does this mean?
767 (percentile 2)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
84% / 13% / 3% / 0%
Indigenous students
65%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
16.9
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
8.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 14
Year 1 26
Year 2 15
Year 3 15
Year 4 17
Year 5 22
Year 6 20
Total 129

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 129 55 74 - 767 16.9
2024 128 59 69 83.1 770 18.1
2023 113 51 62 78.3 769 18.1
2022 123 57 66 73.3 751 16
2021 134 67 67 79.2 753 15.2
2020 132 67 65 - 761 14.1
2019 139 66 73 83.5 767 13
2018 155 80 75 84.1 739 14.2
2017 151 76 75 87.8 720 14
2016 124 66 58 85.9 724 12.7
2015 118 54 64 87.4 720 12.7
2014 126 63 63 87.9 681 11.3
2013 117 67 50 85.7 698 11.5
2012 120 65 55 87.9 702 14.6
2011 135 64 71 83.2 705 14.9
2010 152 72 80 - 697 17.1
2009 161 79 82 - 713 17
2008 166 83 83 - 713 17

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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