Glenreagh Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Glenreagh Public School is a small primary school located in the picturesque township of Glenreagh in north-eastern NSW, established in 1887. The school is situated halfway between Grafton and Coffs Harbour on the Orara River, surrounded by beautiful rainforest. Glenreagh Public School serves students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and prides itself on its commitment to providing a caring and supportive environment where every student can learn, grow, and succeed. The school maintains an inclusive approach, welcoming students from all backgrounds and cultures, making them feel safe and ready to learn from their very first day.
Educational Approach
The school follows a mission statement of 'Learn by doing in a safe and caring environment'. This hands-on approach to education encourages curiosity, creativity, and personal responsibility among students. Glenreagh Public School focuses on developing key skills such as effective communication, personal and social responsibility, and resilience, all of which contribute to a well-rounded education.
Community Involvement
The school values engagement with families and the broader community, forming strong partnerships to enhance learning. The emphasis on collaborative initiatives ensures that students receive tailored support that meets their individual needs. Programmes offered at Glenreagh Public School include extra-curricular activities, excursions, and a variety of subjects that inspire students to discover their passions while fostering personal growth and academic success.
Through its holistic educational philosophy, Glenreagh Public School aims to empower every child to thrive academically and personally, prepare them for lifelong learning, and help them become active, caring citizens within their community.
Mission
Learn by doing in a safe and caring environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Glenreagh Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Nana Glen Public School 9.6 km
- B Lowanna Public School 18.6 km
- C Coramba Public School 19.0 km
- D Mullaway Public School 20.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 72 (35 girls, 37 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 72
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 938 (percentile 20)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 50% / 35% / 14% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 119
- Indigenous students
- 17%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 9 |
| Year 1 | 14 |
| Year 2 | 12 |
| Year 3 | 10 |
| Year 4 | 10 |
| Year 5 | 10 |
| Year 6 | 7 |
| Total | 72 |
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 | 72 | 35 | 37 | - | 938 | 5.2 |
| 2024 | 81 | 40 | 41 | 88.7 | 931 | 5.2 |
| 2023 | 75 | 38 | 37 | 90.5 | 924 | 4.1 |
| 2022 | 66 | 36 | 30 | 88.3 | 928 | 4.3 |
| 2021 | 61 | 29 | 32 | 91.8 | 901 | 4.2 |
| 2020 | 60 | 25 | 35 | - | 903 | 4.2 |
| 2019 | 61 | 25 | 36 | 92.7 | 878 | 4.2 |
| 2018 | 62 | 27 | 35 | 93.3 | 864 | 4.2 |
| 2017 | 66 | 33 | 33 | 94.7 | 873 | 4.5 |
| 2016 | 59 | 30 | 29 | 92.2 | 873 | 4 |
| 2015 | 60 | 26 | 34 | 93.3 | 897 | 4 |
| 2014 | 84 | 38 | 46 | 93.4 | 931 | 5 |
| 2013 | 80 | 35 | 45 | 93.5 | 928 | 4.8 |
| 2012 | 87 | 40 | 47 | 91.8 | 922 | 5 |
| 2011 | 89 | 39 | 50 | 94 | 917 | 5.2 |
| 2010 | 79 | 38 | 41 | - | 913 | 4.7 |
| 2009 | 88 | 38 | 50 | - | 926 | 4.9 |
| 2008 | 89 | 45 | 44 | - | 926 | 4.8 |
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.