About the school
Nambucca Heads Public School, established in 1884, is ideally located in the town centre of Nambucca Heads, close to beautiful beaches and lush rainforests. The school features well-equipped classrooms, a school hall, library, a connected classroom, a computer laboratory, and interactive whiteboards in all classrooms. With a strong emphasis on values education, the school fosters a balanced and healthy lifestyle while promoting public speaking, debating, and student leadership.
Nambucca Heads Public School is committed to academic excellence, demonstrating a solid focus on literacy, numeracy, technology, sports, and the arts. Students thrive in a fun and engaging learning environment where respect and tolerance are core values. The dedicated team of highly qualified teachers provides a nurturing atmosphere that prioritises the individual needs of each student.
The school communicates with parents through weekly newsletters and special notices for important events. Notably, the school has a gifted and talented program centred on public speaking and debating, achieving regional recognition in various competitions. Furthermore, the school actively supports Indigenous students and collaborates with community initiatives. The school's vibrant learning community includes a supportive Parents and Citizens Association and Aboriginal Parent Group, fostering strong links between the school and the wider community.
With a current enrolment of 157 students, including a diverse population with approximately 24% identifying as Aboriginal, Nambucca Heads Public School embraces cultural inclusivity, aiming to ensure all students feel valued and supported in their educational journey.
Mission
Nambucca Heads Public School is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where every student can thrive. Through innovative teaching approaches and high expectations, we nurture resilient, persistent, and confident learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Nambucca Heads Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Frank Partridge VC Public School 1.9 km
- B Nambucca Heads High School 2.1 km
- C Macksville Public School 11.3 km
- D Macksville High School 11.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 156 (75 girls, 81 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 156
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 904 (percentile 12)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 56% / 30% / 10% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 132
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 11 |
| Year 1 | 26 |
| Year 2 | 26 |
| Year 3 | 28 |
| Year 4 | 17 |
| Year 5 | 20 |
| Year 6 | 28 |
| Total | 156 |
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 | 156 | 75 | 81 | - | 904 | 11.6 |
| 2024 | 198 | 94 | 104 | 87.1 | 924 | 18.2 |
| 2023 | 197 | 92 | 105 | 87.5 | 929 | 18.2 |
| 2022 | 208 | 100 | 108 | 83.7 | 942 | 18.3 |
| 2021 | 233 | 107 | 126 | 87.6 | 931 | 16.6 |
| 2020 | 270 | 126 | 144 | - | 930 | 15.6 |
| 2019 | 307 | 151 | 156 | 90.9 | 935 | 16.6 |
| 2018 | 301 | 148 | 153 | 92 | 929 | 16.6 |
| 2017 | 293 | 142 | 151 | 92.7 | 927 | 16.3 |
| 2016 | 256 | 123 | 133 | 92.6 | 926 | 14 |
| 2015 | 278 | 134 | 144 | 92 | 917 | 15.1 |
| 2014 | 244 | 114 | 130 | 92.1 | 917 | 13.6 |
| 2013 | 250 | 117 | 133 | 91.8 | 930 | 13.6 |
| 2012 | 235 | 112 | 123 | 91.2 | 916 | 14.8 |
| 2011 | 250 | 128 | 122 | 93 | 907 | 14.8 |
| 2010 | 256 | 139 | 117 | - | 907 | 16 |
| 2009 | 259 | 149 | 110 | - | 948 | 15.9 |
| 2008 | 263 | 150 | 113 | - | 948 | 14.4 |
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.