About the school
Lismore Public School is a co-educational primary school catering to approximately 350 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is known for its inclusivity, offering a wide range of learning programs to accommodate diverse abilities, including mainstream classes, specialist classes for hearing and language support, and early intervention programs for students with moderate disabilities. The school's student body reflects a rich diversity, including Aboriginal and Sudanese students, contributing to a vibrant school community.
Educational Support and Facilities
Lismore Public School prides itself on delivering high-quality education through dedicated and highly qualified staff. The school fosters a culture of high expectation and aspiration, enabling every student to learn, grow, and succeed. Students benefit from modern facilities, including a well-equipped computer laboratory and interactive whiteboards in every classroom, facilitating engagement with the latest technologies in education.
The school places a strong emphasis on a safe and supportive environment, backed by its Positive Behaviour for Learning program, which promotes consistent expectations and behaviour standards among students and staff. The large playground, adorned with grassy areas and trees, provides an inviting recreational space for students to enjoy.
Community Engagement
Community partnership is at the heart of Lismore Public School. The school maintains a welcoming atmosphere for families, encouraging involvement in various extracurricular activities such as choir, band, and sports programs. This collaborative spirit between the school and the families enhances the educational experience and supports student well-being and development.
Mission
We value a culture of high expectation and aspiration, leading to success for all. We help every student to learn, grow, and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Lismore Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A The Rivers Secondary College, Richmond River High Campus 938 m
- B The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus 957 m
- C Lismore Heights Public School 1.2 km
- D Wyrallah Road Public School 1.8 km
- E Albert Park Public School 2.0 km
- F Wilson Park School 2.0 km
- G Lismore South Public School 2.9 km
- H Goonellabah Public School 3.1 km
- I The Rivers Secondary College, Kadina High Campus 4.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 179 (70 girls, 109 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 179
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 871 (percentile 7)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 70% / 21% / 8% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 146
- Indigenous students
- 34%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 26 |
| Year 1 | 24 |
| Year 2 | 22 |
| Year 3 | 28 |
| Year 4 | 22 |
| Year 5 | 27 |
| Year 6 | 30 |
| Total | 179 |
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 | 179 | 70 | 109 | - | 871 | 20.3 |
| 2024 | 173 | 72 | 101 | 84.7 | 873 | 22.6 |
| 2023 | 177 | 72 | 105 | 84.9 | 894 | 22.6 |
| 2022 | 191 | 78 | 113 | 82.7 | 885 | 22.8 |
| 2021 | 219 | 84 | 135 | 87.1 | 910 | 22 |
| 2020 | 250 | 103 | 147 | - | 912 | 23 |
| 2019 | 273 | 125 | 148 | 90.1 | 925 | 23.1 |
| 2018 | 291 | 138 | 153 | 91.5 | 938 | 24.3 |
| 2017 | 318 | 145 | 173 | 91.9 | 923 | 25.3 |
| 2016 | 326 | 154 | 172 | 91.9 | 929 | 26.3 |
| 2015 | 352 | 171 | 181 | 92.5 | 936 | 27.3 |
| 2014 | 368 | 191 | 177 | 94.3 | 947 | 27.1 |
| 2013 | 356 | 181 | 175 | 93.6 | 946 | 27 |
| 2012 | 309 | 152 | 157 | 92.4 | 932 | 29.7 |
| 2011 | 317 | 143 | 174 | 92.4 | 914 | 30 |
| 2010 | 334 | 154 | 180 | - | 909 | 29.9 |
| 2009 | 323 | 147 | 176 | - | 964 | 30.9 |
| 2008 | 311 | 139 | 172 | - | 964 | 28.9 |
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.