About the school
Karangi Public School is located on the North Coast of New South Wales, nine kilometres northwest of Coffs Harbour in the Orara Valley. The school is dedicated to promoting integrity, confidence, lifelong learning, and excellence among its students. The school's motto, "Truthful and Trustworthy," reflects its commitment to values education. Karangi Public School provides a caring and supportive environment characterised by quality educational programs and a strong commitment to student wellbeing and community involvement.
Community and Culture
The school fosters a strong sense of community that engages students, staff, parents, and the wider community, creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Its core values centre around respect, enabling high standards of learning and fostering student self-confidence and self-esteem. The school plan outlines strategic directions focused on Student Wellbeing, Student Engagement, and Evidence-Based Teaching.
Educational Programs
Karangi Public School offers innovative teaching methods combined with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy development, tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with additional learning requirements through Individualised Education Plans. The school has integrated technology into its learning environment, ensuring that students are equipped with essential skills for the future.
Extracurricular Opportunities
The school’s programs include extracurricular activities that promote physical and emotional wellbeing, alongside initiatives like the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program that connect students with the natural world. Additionally, Karangi Public School collaborates with the Orara Valley Learning Community, enhancing opportunities for professional development and student engagement across the network of schools.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Karangi Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Coramba Public School 4.9 km
- B Orara Upper Public School 5.2 km
- C Narranga Public School 7.0 km
- D Orara High School 7.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 29 (22 girls, 7 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 29
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 957 (percentile 28)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 35% / 28% / 29% / 7%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 96
- Indigenous students
- 28%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3 |
| Year 1 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 7 |
| Total | 29 |
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 | 29 | 22 | 7 | - | 957 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 88.8 | 953 | 2.8 |
| 2023 | 40 | 24 | 16 | 90 | 947 | 2.8 |
| 2022 | 56 | 31 | 25 | 85.8 | 971 | 4.1 |
| 2021 | 56 | 28 | 28 | 92.1 | 991 | 3.9 |
| 2020 | 74 | 32 | 42 | - | 988 | 4.9 |
| 2019 | 86 | 37 | 49 | 90.9 | 990 | 6 |
| 2018 | 98 | 41 | 57 | 90.3 | 988 | 6 |
| 2017 | 114 | 46 | 68 | 93.5 | 1004 | 7 |
| 2016 | 130 | 56 | 74 | 93.5 | 1016 | 7.1 |
| 2015 | 138 | 69 | 69 | 91.9 | 1017 | 7.3 |
| 2014 | 121 | 58 | 63 | 94.6 | 1025 | 5.9 |
| 2013 | 95 | 43 | 52 | 94.4 | 996 | 4.8 |
| 2012 | 81 | 39 | 42 | 93 | 1013 | 4.5 |
| 2011 | 91 | 48 | 43 | 92.2 | 1012 | 4.5 |
| 2010 | 82 | 42 | 40 | - | 1009 | 4.5 |
| 2009 | 84 | 40 | 44 | - | 1031 | 4.5 |
| 2008 | 94 | 46 | 48 | - | 1031 | 4.5 |
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.