Wardell Public School

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Learning is Life

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About the school

Wardell Public School is a quality learning environment located in Wardell, providing education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school community prides itself on fostering a responsible and hardworking student body, supported by helpful and caring teachers. Its motto, 'Learning is Life', reflects the school's commitment to instilling a lifelong learning mindset among its students.

Educational Commitment

The school's primary focus is to deliver a high-quality education that promotes student well-being and achievement. With a current enrolment of approximately 60 children, Wardell Public School has a dedicated staff team, including three full-time teachers and various support personnel, all working diligently to ensure positive educational outcomes. The involvement of parents and community members is highly encouraged, contributing to a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere.

Facilities

The school's facilities include four classrooms, a library, an administration block, a covered outdoor learning area, and spacious grounds that provide ample room for sports and recreational activities. The school has a long-standing tradition dating back to its founding in 1867, and after being affected by floods in early 2022, recovery efforts have led to a rebuilding project to enhance the school’s resilience against future disasters.

Community Engagement

Wardell Public School actively fosters partnerships with families and the local community, ensuring that every child's worth and potential are recognised and developed. The school's vision values cultural inclusivity, particularly through collaboration with the Bundjalung Aboriginal community, creating an environment where diverse backgrounds are celebrated.

Mission

Wardell Public School is committed to delivering high-quality education focused on student wellbeing and achievement. We value cultural inclusivity and strive to create a supportive environment where every student feels known, valued, and cared for.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Wardell Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
24 (8 girls, 16 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
24
ICSEA What does this mean?
952 (percentile 26)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
43% / 33% / 11% / 12%
Indigenous students
25%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
2.9
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
0.9

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 6
Year 1 3
Year 2 3
Year 3 4
Year 4 2
Year 5 3
Year 6 3
Total 24

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 24 8 16 - 952 2.9
2024 22 8 14 88.4 975 3.3
2023 25 13 12 87.9 969 3.9
2022 33 14 19 82 930 2.9
2021 31 13 18 92.2 929 2.7
2020 29 9 20 - 942 2.7
2019 33 9 24 93.1 917 2.7
2018 36 14 22 92.9 934 2.7
2017 42 15 27 92.8 901 2.8
2016 38 11 27 94.2 897 2.7
2015 22 8 14 96.2 916 2.7
2014 39 22 17 91.8 877 2.6
2013 38 18 20 94 849 2.6
2012 46 25 21 93.8 914 2.5
2011 48 29 19 93.8 880 2.6
2010 50 34 16 - 890 3.7
2009 58 38 20 - 919 3.7
2008 58 39 19 - 919 3.7

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.

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