About the school
Iluka Public School serves the village of Iluka and the surrounding areas. Children typically walk, ride, or travel by bus to the school, which is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment. The school aims to cater to individual needs while instilling a sense of responsibility, care, and cooperation among its students. Iluka Public School focuses on holistic development, seeking to nurture students intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
In addition to its broad curriculum, the school enjoys high levels of participation in cultural and sporting activities, which are valued by both the school and the local community. The school encourages parental and community involvement, working collaboratively in the best interests of each child. Iluka Public School places a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, striving to help students achieve their full potential.
Through various programs, including the Sporting Schools Program, the school is able to provide quality activities such as gymnastics, tennis, and life-saving. Moreover, students have the opportunity to engage in extra-curricular activities, including music, guitar, and singing. Whether through the arts or sporting events, Iluka Public School fosters a sense of pride in the students and their school community. Ultimately, Iluka Public School is a welcoming educational institution where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and succeed together.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
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Location & Catchment Area
- Iluka Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Yamba Public School 3.9 km
- B Palmers Island Public School 6.1 km
- C Harwood Island Public School 10.8 km
- D Chatsworth Island Public School 11.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 96 (41 girls, 55 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 96
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 996 (percentile 45)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 31% / 32% / 23% / 13%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 96
- Indigenous students
- 10%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 10 |
| Year 1 | 14 |
| Year 2 | 18 |
| Year 3 | 8 |
| Year 4 | 13 |
| Year 5 | 17 |
| Year 6 | 16 |
| Total | 96 |
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 | 96 | 41 | 55 | - | 996 | 6.7 |
| 2024 | 89 | 39 | 50 | 87.9 | 991 | 6.7 |
| 2023 | 83 | 37 | 46 | 88.2 | 990 | 6.7 |
| 2022 | 71 | 35 | 36 | 89.4 | 994 | 5.9 |
| 2021 | 85 | 41 | 44 | 89.8 | 976 | 6.7 |
| 2020 | 101 | 51 | 50 | - | 962 | 6.7 |
| 2019 | 104 | 52 | 52 | 92.2 | 939 | 7.8 |
| 2018 | 108 | 52 | 56 | 91.5 | 944 | 7.8 |
| 2017 | 123 | 61 | 62 | 91.7 | 929 | 8.7 |
| 2016 | 130 | 68 | 62 | 92.3 | 961 | 8 |
| 2015 | 143 | 71 | 72 | 92.8 | 947 | 7.2 |
| 2014 | 126 | 61 | 65 | 94.3 | 973 | 5.9 |
| 2013 | 140 | 68 | 72 | 93.3 | 970 | 7.3 |
| 2012 | 131 | 67 | 64 | 92.5 | 942 | 7.2 |
| 2011 | 138 | 70 | 68 | 92.5 | 926 | 7.2 |
| 2010 | 140 | 69 | 71 | - | 926 | 7 |
| 2009 | 135 | 68 | 67 | - | 977 | 7.2 |
| 2008 | 132 | 64 | 68 | - | 977 | 7 |
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.