Palmers Island Public School
Citizenship, Scholarship and Sportsmanship.
About the school
Palmers Island Public School is a community-focused institution nestled in a rural setting, dedicated to nurturing a supportive environment conducive to learning and achievement. The school prides itself on providing a balanced curriculum that adheres to Key Learning Areas while accommodating individual student needs with tailored programs. Emphasis is placed on developing foundational skills in Literacy and Numeracy, alongside integrating Interactive Communications Technology across the curriculum.
The school fosters a vibrant environment that encourages physical activity and offers ample spaces for passive recreation. An important aspect of the school’s culture is the Peer Support Program, aimed at creating harmony and reducing conflict within the student body. The school community comprises students, teachers, support staff, and parents working collaboratively to help each child reach their full potential. By prioritising a supportive student welfare program, Palmers Island Public School ensures that all students feel safe and valued from their first day.
With a commitment to inclusive education, Palmers Island Public School welcomes children from diverse backgrounds, offering various opportunities that empower each student to learn and discover their passions. The dedicated staff, in partnership with families, co-design learning plans that cater to the unique needs of every child, making individualised learning a priority. Ultimately, Palmers Island Public School aims to equip students not only with academic knowledge but also with essential life skills to thrive in the community.
Mission
At Palmers Island Public School, we strive for excellence in an inclusive environment where every student maximises their potential, through high expectations and strong community connections.
Location & Catchment Area
- Palmers Island Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Harwood Island Public School 4.7 km
- B Iluka Public School 6.1 km
- C Chatsworth Island Public School 6.5 km
- D Yamba Public School 6.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 56 (23 girls, 33 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 56
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 944 (percentile 23)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 34% / 10% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 134
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Year 1 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 10 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 |
| Year 6 | 13 |
| Total | 56 |
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 | 56 | 23 | 33 | - | 944 | 6.4 |
| 2024 | 51 | 21 | 30 | 88.7 | 925 | 6.3 |
| 2023 | 48 | 18 | 30 | 89.7 | 941 | 5.2 |
| 2022 | 44 | 18 | 26 | 89.8 | 924 | 5 |
| 2021 | 38 | 14 | 24 | 88.5 | 950 | 4.8 |
| 2020 | 38 | 17 | 21 | - | 918 | 3.8 |
| 2019 | 48 | 21 | 27 | 87.7 | 934 | 3.9 |
| 2018 | 47 | 17 | 30 | 88.7 | 964 | 2.7 |
| 2017 | 46 | 18 | 28 | 91.1 | 974 | 3.8 |
| 2016 | 56 | 23 | 33 | 92.4 | 967 | 3.8 |
| 2015 | 53 | 20 | 33 | 92.3 | 968 | 3.8 |
| 2014 | 61 | 20 | 41 | 92.3 | 954 | 3.9 |
| 2013 | 56 | 17 | 39 | 93.1 | 941 | 3.9 |
| 2012 | 56 | 17 | 39 | 93.7 | 961 | 3.5 |
| 2011 | 67 | 26 | 41 | 93.4 | 964 | 3.5 |
| 2010 | 80 | 37 | 43 | - | 986 | 4.5 |
| 2009 | 74 | 35 | 39 | - | 915 | 4.5 |
| 2008 | 86 | 46 | 40 | - | 915 | 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.