About the school
Herons Creek Public School provides a caring, supportive, family environment nestled in a picturesque bush land setting, serving the local community. With a student body of 24, the school acts as a focal point for families in the village and surrounding rural farmlets. The school features lush gardens and modern facilities, creating inviting spaces for students to connect with nature and each other. Dedicated staff are committed to fostering growth, creativity, and inclusivity among students, through innovative teaching methods and a diverse range of extracurricular activities. This approach empowers students to become critical thinkers and compassionate individuals, ready to embrace lifelong learning.
The school offers a comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Its mission emphasises helping every student feel safe, included, and ready to learn, providing a wide range of subjects and opportunities to ignite their passions and develop skills. Through a collaborative partnership within the Three Mountains Alliance of Public Schools (3MAPS), Herons Creek Public School enhances educational outcomes by fostering a culture of trust and respect among participating schools, enriching academic and social experiences. The commitment to excellence in education is reflected in the achievements of its students, who excel in various fields including academics, sports, and the arts.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Herons Creek Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kendall Public School 5.8 km
- B Camden Haven High School 6.6 km
- C Lake Cathie Public School 9.4 km
- D Laurieton Public School 10.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 25 (10 girls, 15 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 25
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 919 (percentile 15)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 42% / 18% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 106
- Indigenous students
- 32%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3 |
| Year 1 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 6 |
| Year 6 | 2 |
| Total | 25 |
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 | 25 | 10 | 15 | - | 919 | 2.7 |
| 2024 | 24 | 9 | 15 | 86.6 | 931 | 2 |
| 2023 | 24 | 8 | 16 | 88.5 | 916 | 1.8 |
| 2022 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 85.7 | 921 | 2.8 |
| 2021 | 23 | 10 | 13 | 87.7 | 915 | 2 |
| 2020 | 27 | 15 | 12 | - | 911 | 2.6 |
| 2019 | 24 | 11 | 13 | 88.7 | 881 | 2.6 |
| 2018 | 28 | 15 | 13 | 88.1 | 899 | 2.6 |
| 2017 | 33 | 19 | 14 | 86.4 | 950 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 44 | 24 | 20 | 88.3 | 951 | 2.4 |
| 2015 | 39 | 26 | 13 | 83.9 | 931 | 2.4 |
| 2014 | 39 | 22 | 17 | 90.4 | 993 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 36 | 21 | 15 | 87.1 | 1019 | 2.4 |
| 2012 | 40 | 22 | 18 | 89.9 | 988 | 2.3 |
| 2011 | 35 | 18 | 17 | 89.8 | 1010 | 2.3 |
| 2010 | 19 | 12 | 7 | - | 1002 | 1.6 |
| 2009 | 12 | 7 | 5 | - | 996 | 1.2 |
| 2008 | 13 | 7 | 6 | - | 996 | 1.3 |
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.