Rous Public School
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About the school
Rous Public School is a small, friendly school located on the Alstonville Plateau, serving the local community. With a commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment, the school prioritises the academic and personal growth of each student. The school is dedicated to developing the intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth of children through tailored experiences that meet individual needs. Good communication and positive interactions between parents and staff are valued, facilitating learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom.
The mission of Rous Public School is to provide a high-quality, comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. By promoting strong community ties and family values, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where every child feels connected and supported. Rous Public School offers a diverse range of subjects and opportunities, helping students discover their passions and develop critical thinking skills.
Rous Public School embraces a vision of nurturing curiosity, kindness, and resilience, preparing students to thrive in a dynamic world. With a strong community spirit and collaborative approach among dedicated staff, the school strives for excellence in both teaching and wellbeing, ensuring that every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. Rous Public School also supports students from diverse cultural backgrounds, dedicating efforts to ensure a culturally safe environment for all learners.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Rous Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Alstonville High School 4.4 km
- B Alstonville Public School 4.7 km
- C Wollongbar Public School 5.0 km
- D Tregeagle Public School 5.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 85 (37 girls, 48 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 85
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1031 (percentile 60)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 24% / 35% / 22% / 20%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 73
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 10 |
| Year 1 | 15 |
| Year 2 | 12 |
| Year 3 | 13 |
| Year 4 | 10 |
| Year 5 | 18 |
| Year 6 | 7 |
| Total | 85 |
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 | 85 | 37 | 48 | - | 1031 | 5.1 |
| 2024 | 86 | 42 | 44 | 91.5 | 1020 | 5.1 |
| 2023 | 89 | 40 | 49 | 90.4 | 1028 | 5.1 |
| 2022 | 99 | 47 | 52 | 89 | 1032 | 5 |
| 2021 | 93 | 44 | 49 | 91.1 | 1031 | 5 |
| 2020 | 91 | 38 | 53 | - | 1026 | 5 |
| 2019 | 85 | 34 | 51 | 92.2 | 1010 | 5 |
| 2018 | 77 | 27 | 50 | 94.4 | 1019 | 3.9 |
| 2017 | 70 | 28 | 42 | 94.6 | 1042 | 3.7 |
| 2016 | 74 | 30 | 44 | 93.8 | 1011 | 3.7 |
| 2015 | 71 | 27 | 44 | 93.8 | 993 | 3.7 |
| 2014 | 74 | 25 | 49 | 94.6 | 1012 | 3.7 |
| 2013 | 63 | 26 | 37 | 95.3 | 981 | 3.7 |
| 2012 | 67 | 26 | 41 | 93 | 1035 | 3.6 |
| 2011 | 67 | 28 | 39 | 94.6 | 1037 | 3.6 |
| 2010 | 76 | 36 | 40 | - | 1041 | 4.6 |
| 2009 | 79 | 38 | 41 | - | 1108 | 4.6 |
| 2008 | 80 | 42 | 38 | - | 1108 | 4.6 |
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.