About the school
The Risk Public School provides an attractive and stimulating learning environment specifically designed for local families. Situated 20km north of Kyogle, the school is nestled in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by farmland. Currently, it supports the educational growth of 28 students with a dedicated team of 2 full-time teachers. The school's well-resourced facilities include two spacious classrooms, a library, an administrative area, and a variety of recreational spaces such as a tennis court, a large well-grassed playground with ample shade, a sandpit, and climbing equipment.
The Risk Public School is committed to individualised learning programs that cater to the unique needs of each student, ensuring they feel safe, included, and set up for success from their first day. Collaboration between parents and staff is a hallmark of the school, enhancing the learning experiences for all students. Academic achievement, good citizenship, and involvement in sporting activities are strongly encouraged, with a history of excellent performance in the PSSA Athletics program, including regular state-level representation.
The school employs modern teaching tools with over 20 networked computers for student use, interactive whiteboards, and video conferencing facilities to enrich the educational experience. An integrated learning support program is in place to assist students with additional learning requirements, promoting a strong ethos of inclusiveness and community involvement. By fostering an environment that values literacy, numeracy, and quality teaching, The Risk Public School strives to nurture well-rounded individuals ready for their future endeavors.
Mission
At The Risk Public School, we believe that every student should be known, valued, and cared for. Our vision is to embed high expectations in daily practice, nurtured by high-quality staff.
Location & Catchment Area
- The Risk Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wiangaree Public School 4.9 km
- B Collins Creek Public School 8.8 km
- C Kyogle High School 17.8 km
- D Kyogle Public School 17.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 23 (9 girls, 14 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 23
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 869 (percentile 6)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 81% / 17% / 3% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 169
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Year 1 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 1 |
| Year 4 | 1 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 7 |
| Total | 23 |
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 | 23 | 9 | 14 | - | 869 | 2.1 |
| 2024 | 26 | 10 | 16 | 83.6 | 894 | 3.2 |
| 2023 | 22 | 8 | 14 | 83.4 | 883 | 3.1 |
| 2022 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 78.6 | 872 | 3 |
| 2021 | 22 | 8 | 14 | 87.7 | 929 | 2.6 |
| 2020 | 25 | 9 | 16 | - | 936 | 2.6 |
| 2019 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 93.3 | 974 | 2.6 |
| 2018 | 32 | 12 | 20 | 94.8 | 985 | 2.6 |
| 2017 | 28 | 10 | 18 | 95.4 | 966 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 27 | 10 | 17 | 94.4 | 992 | 2.4 |
| 2015 | 27 | 11 | 16 | 95.3 | 1014 | 2.4 |
| 2014 | 26 | 11 | 15 | 96.4 | 1014 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 23 | 8 | 15 | 90.5 | 968 | 2.4 |
| 2012 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 90.7 | 950 | 2.4 |
| 2011 | 32 | 18 | 14 | 94.5 | 865 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 31 | 17 | 14 | - | 865 | 2.4 |
| 2009 | 27 | 12 | 15 | - | 913 | 2.4 |
| 2008 | 32 | 19 | 13 | - | 913 | 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.