About the school
The Pocket Public School is dedicated to fostering a stimulating learning environment in collaboration with students, staff, and parents. The school primarily aims to encourage effective individual learners who develop according to their abilities, fostering quality relationships in a caring and supportive atmosphere. The Pocket Public School upholds its motto of 'Courtesy and Honour' and strives to provide a safe, inclusive, and empowering experience for every child.
Vision and Values
Located in The Pocket, the school proudly serves its community, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The Pocket Public School is committed to nurturing lifelong learners and focuses on emotional and academic resilience. The school prides itself on tailoring its teaching methods to meet the individual needs of its students, ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to learn.
Programs and Support
The school offers comprehensive educational opportunities for Kindergarten to Year 6 students, encompassing a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. With a focus on STEM, creative arts, and more, The Pocket Public School aims to cultivate curiosity and critical thinking skills. Additionally, the school provides tailored learning support, ensuring that all students, including those with gifted potential or additional needs, receive the assistance they require to succeed.
Overall, The Pocket Public School stands as a nurturing and dynamic environment that values collaboration between families and educators. The school continues to enhance its facilities and programs, ensuring a holistic approach to student development, thereby creating confident global citizens ready to make a positive impact in their communities.
Mission
At The Pocket Public School we stand proudly on Bundjalung land, we are passionate about creating lifelong future focused visible learners in an engaging, quality learning environment supported by nurturing relationships. We promote a culture of excellence and high expectations for all.
Location & Catchment Area
- The Pocket Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Crabbes Creek Public School 5.8 km
- B Mullumbimby Public School 5.8 km
- C Mullumbimby High School 6.1 km
- D Ocean Shores Public School 6.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 111 (61 girls, 50 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 111
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1068 (percentile 75)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 13% / 23% / 35% / 29%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 55
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 23%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 13 |
| Year 1 | 17 |
| Year 2 | 14 |
| Year 3 | 19 |
| Year 4 | 14 |
| Year 5 | 15 |
| Year 6 | 19 |
| Total | 111 |
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 | 111 | 61 | 50 | - | 1068 | 6.1 |
| 2024 | 116 | 66 | 50 | 79.9 | 1059 | 6.1 |
| 2023 | 111 | 63 | 48 | 81.7 | 1055 | 6.1 |
| 2022 | 108 | 61 | 47 | 75.3 | 1076 | 6.2 |
| 2021 | 93 | 54 | 39 | 84.2 | 1051 | 4.9 |
| 2020 | 92 | 50 | 42 | - | 1039 | 4.9 |
| 2019 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 87.5 | 1021 | 4.8 |
| 2018 | 59 | 32 | 27 | 89.1 | 1027 | 3.8 |
| 2017 | 60 | 30 | 30 | 90.4 | 1007 | 3.6 |
| 2016 | 58 | 30 | 28 | 90.2 | 997 | 3.6 |
| 2015 | 49 | 26 | 23 | 92.1 | 982 | 3.6 |
| 2014 | 51 | 30 | 21 | 94.1 | 1004 | 3.8 |
| 2013 | 55 | 30 | 25 | 94.2 | 1065 | 3.8 |
| 2012 | 60 | 33 | 27 | 92.3 | 1033 | 3.7 |
| 2011 | 69 | 28 | 41 | 88.8 | 951 | 3.8 |
| 2010 | 83 | 42 | 41 | - | 986 | 4.9 |
| 2009 | 86 | 39 | 47 | - | 1023 | 4.9 |
| 2008 | 60 | 22 | 38 | - | 1023 | 3.9 |
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.