Lowanna Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Lowanna Public School aims to produce happy, confident, well-educated children who are realising their full potential personally and academically. This goal is facilitated through effective learning programs tailored to the needs of every child, ensuring a school climate that promotes happiness and productivity. The school features an attractive physical environment that enhances comfort and wellbeing, with clearly defined goals and high expectations for all involved. Close monitoring of performance and achievement, along with a committed staff dedicated to ongoing learning and skill acquisition, plays a vital role in the school's success. Parental involvement is encouraged in various areas, fostering a collaborative leadership approach that emphasises excellence in curriculum delivery.
The school welcomes students from all backgrounds, helping every child feel safe, included, and ready to learn right from their first day. Lowanna Public School offers a wide range of subjects and opportunities, empowering students to grow and discover their passions. Support for families is a priority, with teachers and learning support teams working closely with parents to co-design learning plans that suit each child's individual needs. The school also values diversity and fairness, aiming to prepare students to be well-rounded global citizens. With a focus on tailored learning support, Lowanna Public School nurtures each student's potential, fostering a welcoming community where every individual is respected and celebrated.
Mission
At Lowanna Public School, all students are actively engaged and connected to their learning. Students make friends and feel a sense of connection to their school and community. Our students are respected, valued and supported to succeed in their learning.
Location & Catchment Area
- Lowanna Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ulong Public School 4.2 km
- B Coramba Public School 10.8 km
- C Cascade Environmental Education Centre 11.0 km
- D Nana Glen Public School 13.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 20 (9 girls, 11 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 793 (percentile 3)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 81% / 13% / 6% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 126
- Indigenous students
- 55%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 1 |
| Year 5 | 1 |
| Year 6 | 5 |
| Total | 20 |
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 | 20 | 9 | 11 | - | 793 | 1.6 |
| 2024 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 89.2 | 798 | 1.6 |
| 2023 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 89.2 | 802 | 1.9 |
| 2022 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 83.5 | 781 | 1.9 |
| 2021 | 17 | 6 | 11 | 82.1 | 769 | 1.5 |
| 2020 | 20 | 8 | 12 | - | 781 | 1.7 |
| 2019 | 22 | 11 | 11 | 83.9 | 772 | 1.7 |
| 2018 | 25 | 16 | 9 | 84.4 | 799 | 1.7 |
| 2017 | 22 | 14 | 8 | 92.5 | 719 | 1.7 |
| 2016 | 33 | 20 | 13 | 89.4 | 818 | 2.5 |
| 2015 | 34 | 21 | 13 | 91.8 | 851 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 31 | 19 | 12 | 92.1 | 877 | 2.5 |
| 2013 | 32 | 18 | 14 | 91.6 | 912 | 2.5 |
| 2012 | 27 | 16 | 11 | 94.1 | 854 | 2.4 |
| 2011 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 94.8 | 812 | 1.8 |
| 2010 | 22 | 10 | 12 | - | 812 | 1.9 |
| 2009 | 19 | 8 | 11 | - | 913 | 1.3 |
| 2008 | 20 | 12 | 8 | - | 913 | 1.3 |
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.