About the school
Long Flat Public School is a small rural school located in a picturesque valley, 35km west of Wauchope along the Oxley Highway. This school features a large playground, two tennis courts, and an adventure playground, enriching the outdoor experience for its students. The school's strong community ties ensure a supportive environment, with locals actively participating in various events throughout the year.
Equipped with a wide array of resources for all curriculum areas, Long Flat Public School is committed to providing high-quality education, focusing on literacy, numeracy, student welfare, and sports programs. As a result of its prioritised funding program, the school offers additional support for students with high needs or talents in specific areas. This small school has achieved considerable academic and sporting successes, including winning the district public speaking competition twice in the last three years.
The educational philosophy at Long Flat Public School emphasises both academic and personal development, ensuring students are well-rounded individuals. With active parental involvement, small class sizes, and a dedicated teaching staff, the school fosters a collaborative learning atmosphere. Students engage in various sporting activities, carnivals, and gala days, offering them opportunities to develop their skills while enjoying their school experience. Long Flat Public School is focused on ensuring that every student feels supported, encouraged, and challenged to reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.
Mission
At Long Flat Public School we help every student to learn, grow and succeed. We believe that every student should be challenged and supported to be the very best that they can be.
Location & Catchment Area
- Long Flat Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Huntingdon Public School 17.1 km
- B Beechwood Public School 18.5 km
- C Comboyne Public School 18.7 km
- D Wauchope Public School 23.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 36 (14 girls, 22 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 36
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 887 (percentile 8)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 77% / 17% / 5% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 141
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 4 |
| Year 1 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 7 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 |
| Year 6 | 6 |
| Total | 36 |
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 | 36 | 14 | 22 | - | 887 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 39 | 18 | 21 | 91.3 | 904 | 5.4 |
| 2023 | 41 | 19 | 22 | 92.9 | 888 | 5.4 |
| 2022 | 47 | 20 | 27 | 89.9 | 879 | 5.3 |
| 2021 | 42 | 22 | 20 | 90 | 913 | 5.1 |
| 2020 | 53 | 30 | 23 | - | 893 | 3.7 |
| 2019 | 54 | 29 | 25 | 88 | 921 | 3.6 |
| 2018 | 52 | 31 | 21 | 95 | 935 | 3.6 |
| 2017 | 47 | 31 | 16 | 94.6 | 945 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 43 | 25 | 18 | 94.3 | 937 | 2.4 |
| 2015 | 40 | 23 | 17 | 95.2 | 936 | 2.4 |
| 2014 | 39 | 21 | 18 | 95.3 | 964 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 34 | 19 | 15 | 94.5 | 1010 | 2.4 |
| 2012 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 96.8 | 1051 | 2.4 |
| 2011 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 96.2 | 995 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 27 | 10 | 17 | - | 984 | 2.4 |
| 2009 | 34 | 12 | 22 | - | 1031 | 2.4 |
| 2008 | 34 | 15 | 19 | - | 1031 | 2.4 |
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.