About the school
Stratheden Public School is a small rural institution that provides a wide array of academic, creative, sporting, and social opportunities for its students. The school prides itself on fostering an environment where students can grow as active, effective learners and responsible members of society. With the commitment of dedicated staff and supportive parents, Stratheden Public School offers a positive, stimulating, and happy teaching and learning atmosphere.
Educational Philosophy
The school's programs are designed to guide students in taking responsibility for their learning, behaviour, and social interactions. The curriculum is comprehensive, catering to the diverse needs of its student population, and encourages participation across various subjects and extracurricular activities.
Community Engagement
Stratheden Public School is deeply embedded in its local community, working closely with families to ensure that each student receives the best support possible. The school values respect, curiosity, and teamwork, and aims to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students, allowing them to thrive from their very first day.
Facilities and Resources
The school boasts modern facilities, including demountable classrooms that are air-conditioned and equipped with the same technology as permanent structures. The recent Cooler Classrooms project has further enhanced the learning environment, ensuring the health and wellbeing of both students and staff. With a commitment to ongoing maintenance and improvement, the school strives to offer reliable and safe learning spaces for all its learners.
In essence, Stratheden Public School is dedicated to helping every student learn, grow, and succeed while fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
Mission
Stratheden Public School develops and nurtures students to equip them with the skills, knowledge and values needed to create their own futures in the complex world that is unfolding before them.
Location & Catchment Area
- Stratheden Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Manifold Public School 13.7 km
- B Casino High School 14.4 km
- C Casino West Public School 14.7 km
- D Kyogle High School 15.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 18 (9 girls, 9 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 931 (percentile 18)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 56% / 36% / 7% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 108
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 3 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| Total | 18 |
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 | 18 | 9 | 9 | - | 931 | 1.7 |
| 2024 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 89 | 929 | 1.7 |
| 2023 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 81.9 | 934 | 1.7 |
| 2022 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 76 | 893 | 1.7 |
| 2021 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 85.5 | 916 | 1.5 |
| 2020 | 17 | 9 | 8 | - | 916 | 1.6 |
| 2019 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 87.3 | 917 | 1.9 |
| 2018 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 91.1 | 921 | 1.9 |
| 2017 | 25 | 8 | 17 | 91.3 | 899 | 1.9 |
| 2016 | 24 | 8 | 16 | 94.3 | 913 | 2 |
| 2015 | 22 | 7 | 15 | 95.6 | 930 | 2.1 |
| 2014 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 96.4 | 941 | 2.6 |
| 2013 | 29 | 15 | 14 | 96.6 | 940 | 2.6 |
| 2012 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 95 | 946 | 2.4 |
| 2011 | 37 | 18 | 19 | 91.3 | 935 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 30 | 14 | 16 | - | 922 | 2.4 |
| 2009 | 29 | 15 | 14 | - | 970 | 2.4 |
| 2008 | 25 | 13 | 12 | - | 970 | 2.4 |
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.