Mullumbimby Public School
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About the school
Mullumbimby Public School, located in the rural community of Mullumbimby on the vibrant North Coast of NSW, provides a happy, safe, and caring environment for its students. Currently serving around 250 students from diverse backgrounds, the school prides itself on offering quality learning experiences facilitated by dedicated and highly experienced teachers.
Educational Focus
The school's focus is to provide relevant education that meets the needs of today’s world, fostering positive self-esteem and encouraging the development of individual talents. With a commitment to academic excellence, Mullumbimby Public School consistently boasts student performance above the state average in literacy and numeracy, along with impressive outcomes in state and national competitions.
Community Involvement
Parent participation plays a significant role in the school’s community. The active Parents and Citizens (P&C) association contributes to school decisions, shaping the future direction of education at Mullumbimby Public School. Parents are encouraged to engage in the classroom, assist with fundraising events, and support sporting activities.
Facilities and Programs
The school offers a broad range of cultural, artistic, and sporting activities, integrating Information Technology and Environmental Education into the curriculum. Additionally, strong links with local preschools and high schools ensure smooth transitions for students as they prepare for future educational pursuits. Overall, the school fosters a welcoming community that values collaboration between families and educators.
Mission
We provide a diverse range of learning opportunities for all students in a happy, safe and caring environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mullumbimby Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mullumbimby High School 1.3 km
- B Brunswick Heads Public School 4.5 km
- C The Pocket Public School 5.8 km
- D Ocean Shores Public School 7.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 217 (102 girls, 115 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 217
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1026 (percentile 58)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 31% / 30% / 16%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 71
- Indigenous students
- 7%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 17%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 29 |
| Year 1 | 27 |
| Year 2 | 35 |
| Year 3 | 30 |
| Year 4 | 26 |
| Year 5 | 35 |
| Year 6 | 35 |
| Total | 217 |
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 | 217 | 102 | 115 | - | 1026 | 13.3 |
| 2024 | 218 | 105 | 113 | 87.3 | 1027 | 14.2 |
| 2023 | 231 | 107 | 124 | 87.7 | 1025 | 14.2 |
| 2022 | 222 | 98 | 124 | 81.5 | 1023 | 14.1 |
| 2021 | 239 | 106 | 133 | 88.8 | 1023 | 13.8 |
| 2020 | 258 | 118 | 140 | - | 1027 | 13.7 |
| 2019 | 219 | 98 | 121 | 91.9 | 1031 | 12.6 |
| 2018 | 205 | 88 | 117 | 93.1 | 1021 | 11.3 |
| 2017 | 191 | 92 | 99 | 92.6 | 1014 | 11.2 |
| 2016 | 201 | 94 | 107 | 94.3 | 1024 | 11.2 |
| 2015 | 202 | 102 | 100 | 94.2 | 1013 | 11.1 |
| 2014 | 235 | 112 | 123 | 93.3 | 1021 | 13.4 |
| 2013 | 218 | 96 | 122 | 93.9 | 1027 | 12.5 |
| 2012 | 232 | 99 | 133 | 95.1 | 1017 | 13.2 |
| 2011 | 242 | 105 | 137 | 94 | 1014 | 13.2 |
| 2010 | 247 | 106 | 141 | - | 1014 | 14.2 |
| 2009 | 244 | 112 | 132 | - | 1027 | 14.2 |
| 2008 | 275 | 136 | 139 | - | 1027 | 15.4 |
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.