About the school
Coniston Public School is located a short distance from Wollongong CBD, with easy access to public transport and local amenities. Generous school grounds afford students space to move, learn and play creatively. The school holds high learning, social and welfare expectations and has a proud history of academic achievement, acceptance and cooperation amongst its highly diverse student body. Approximately 56% of families are from a non-English speaking background and are represented by 26 different cultural groups.
School Community
The school crest symbolises unity, harmony and a valued sense of community at Coniston Public School. The school features 8 regular classes and 3 special education classes at the Auburn Street Unit, located on the same school site. Cultural cohesion is showcased as a significant factor in the school's success, fostering a culture of inclusion, cooperation and warm friendship among students.
Collaborative Environment
Teachers, parents, and the community collaborate as a unified group to support the school’s mission. A dedicated Parents and Citizens Association actively works to enhance the school's success. Strong connections exist with the local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG), local businesses, community groups, and the University of Wollongong.
Comprehensive Education
Dedicated staff employ a balance of traditional and innovative teaching approaches to cater to the diverse needs of students, ensuring that each individual's strengths and needs are addressed through quality programs in accordance with the Australian Curriculum. With a focus on high-quality education and inclusivity, Coniston Public School continues to inspire and empower students to learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly, diverse and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Coniston Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mount St Thomas Public School 1.6 km
- B Illawarra Hospital School 1.6 km
- C Wollongong Public School 2.0 km
- D Wollongong West Public School 2.2 km
- E Smiths Hill High School 2.4 km
- F Gwynneville Public School 2.5 km
- G Lindsay Park Public School 2.6 km
- H Figtree High School 3.0 km
- I Figtree Public School 3.0 km
- J Figtree Heights Public School 3.0 km
- K Keiraville Public School 3.1 km
- L Para Meadows School 3.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 181 (82 girls, 99 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 181
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 990 (percentile 42)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 37% / 26% / 26% / 11%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 107
- Indigenous students
- 7%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 61%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 23 |
| Year 1 | 21 |
| Year 2 | 20 |
| Year 3 | 23 |
| Year 4 | 29 |
| Year 5 | 27 |
| Year 6 | 38 |
| Total | 181 |
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 | 181 | 82 | 99 | - | 990 | 15.4 |
| 2024 | 189 | 78 | 111 | 88.2 | 984 | 15.5 |
| 2023 | 195 | 86 | 109 | 88.4 | 989 | 15.5 |
| 2022 | 199 | 90 | 109 | 85.6 | 982 | 16.3 |
| 2021 | 198 | 87 | 111 | 90.9 | 985 | 17.3 |
| 2020 | 198 | 86 | 112 | - | 993 | 15.6 |
| 2019 | 201 | 87 | 114 | 91.4 | 982 | 14.6 |
| 2018 | 185 | 81 | 104 | 92 | 987 | 13.6 |
| 2017 | 179 | 79 | 100 | 91.7 | 967 | 13.9 |
| 2016 | 208 | 103 | 105 | 92.6 | 963 | 15 |
| 2015 | 222 | 103 | 119 | 92.4 | 973 | 15.4 |
| 2014 | 211 | 94 | 117 | 94.6 | 977 | 16 |
| 2013 | 226 | 99 | 127 | 92.2 | 978 | 17.2 |
| 2012 | 229 | 92 | 137 | 94 | 961 | 18.1 |
| 2011 | 237 | 97 | 140 | 95.1 | 923 | 18.2 |
| 2010 | 236 | 109 | 127 | - | 923 | 17.8 |
| 2009 | 220 | 91 | 129 | - | 1008 | 16.5 |
| 2008 | 216 | 98 | 118 | - | 1008 | 15.8 |
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.