About the school
Kinchela Public School is located in a rural setting and offers a welcoming, small-school environment where individual attention is paramount. The school prioritises catering for special needs, ensuring that all students feel valued and supported. Emphasising the development of self-esteem and care, Kinchela Public School fosters a quality learning environment that is both stimulating and enjoyable, encouraging students to reach their full potential.
The school boasts strong community involvement, reflected in its motto, "Learning in Harmony." Formal literacy and numeracy programs are complemented by excellence in the Performing and Creative Arts, as well as in Sport and Fitness. Kinchela has established a legacy of competing at state level in swimming and athletics and has a noteworthy history of success at the Kempsey Eisteddfod.
Technology plays a significant role in the classroom, with digital animation extension activities enhancing the learning experience. Kinchela Public School is also a proud member of the Macleay Education Community of Schools, where it provides excellent opportunities for innovation and success in various fields such as sport, music, dance, and art.
With small class sizes, the school offers personalised learning experiences and strong connections, helping students to learn, grow, and succeed in a supportive and inclusive community. The ethos of Kinchela Public School reflects a commitment to nurturing the individual strengths of each child while celebrating the diverse backgrounds of its student body.
Mission
At Kinchela Public School, every child is known, valued and cared for. Our small classes mean personalised learning, strong connections and big opportunities. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed in a safe, inclusive and caring community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kinchela Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Smithtown Public School 5.9 km
- B Gladstone Public School 6.1 km
- C South West Rocks Public School 11.9 km
- D Frederickton Public School 12.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 27 (7 girls, 20 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 27
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 951 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 46% / 23% / 22% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 120
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 13 |
| Year 1 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 2 |
| Year 4 | 1 |
| Year 5 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| Total | 27 |
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 | 27 | 7 | 20 | - | 951 | 2.4 |
| 2024 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 77.1 | 960 | 1.7 |
| 2023 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 85.9 | 934 | 1.7 |
| 2022 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 80.3 | 915 | 1.6 |
| 2021 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 87.3 | 899 | 1.4 |
| 2020 | 19 | 8 | 11 | - | 938 | 1.8 |
| 2019 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 90.5 | 895 | 1.7 |
| 2018 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 91 | 878 | 2.6 |
| 2017 | 28 | 17 | 11 | 91.1 | 899 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 26 | 18 | 8 | 94.3 | 895 | 2.5 |
| 2015 | 32 | 22 | 10 | 92.9 | 939 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 41 | 28 | 13 | 92.9 | 918 | 2.6 |
| 2013 | 30 | 21 | 9 | 92.9 | 894 | 2.6 |
| 2012 | 27 | 20 | 7 | 92.8 | 886 | 2.6 |
| 2011 | 22 | 15 | 7 | 94.8 | 941 | 2.1 |
| 2010 | 30 | 16 | 14 | - | 941 | 2.6 |
| 2009 | 40 | 21 | 19 | - | 956 | 2.6 |
| 2008 | 35 | 13 | 22 | - | 956 | 2.6 |
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.