Gwynneville Public School
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About the school
Gwynneville Public School is a comprehensive co-educational public primary school located in Gwynneville, catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school prides itself on its commitment to providing a supportive, inclusive environment, where every student feels safe and valued. From the very first day, students are encouraged to grow and learn, with an emphasis on respect, curiosity, and teamwork.
Educational Approach
Gwynneville Public School employs explicit teaching strategies to lay a strong foundation for confident learners. The school offers a broad curriculum, including STEM, the creative arts, and other subjects that empower students to develop essential skills and discover their passions. Its exceptional facilities enable vibrant learning experiences for all students.
Community Engagement
Partnerships with families and local organisations are paramount at Gwynneville Public School. These collaborations foster a nurturing environment that focuses on individual student needs, ensuring tailored support for all learners, including those with additional needs or those who are high potential and gifted.
Values and Growth
Diversity, kindness, and inclusion are core values at Gwynneville Public School, with a strong commitment to equity and excellence across all areas. The school actively engages students in shaping their learning environment, emphasising the importance of student voice. This supportive framework not only prepares students academically but also nurtures their growth as confident, well-rounded individuals ready to embrace future opportunities.
Mission
At Gwynneville Public School, we are committed to equity and excellence, extending across all areas of the school. We value fairness, inclusivity and community engagement and have built an environment where each individual has opportunities for success.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gwynneville Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Keiraville Public School 651 m
- B Illawarra Hospital School 939 m
- C Para Meadows School 1.1 km
- D Wollongong West Public School 1.1 km
- E Keira High School 1.5 km
- F Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts 1.5 km
- G Smiths Hill High School 1.5 km
- H Wollongong Public School 1.7 km
- I Mount Ousley Public School 2.2 km
- J Lindsay Park Public School 2.2 km
- K Mount Keira Public School 2.2 km
- L Mount St Thomas Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 271 (131 girls, 140 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 271
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1065 (percentile 74)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 17% / 21% / 28% / 34%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 65
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 59%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 38 |
| Year 1 | 37 |
| Year 2 | 37 |
| Year 3 | 43 |
| Year 4 | 41 |
| Year 5 | 39 |
| Year 6 | 36 |
| Total | 271 |
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 | 271 | 131 | 140 | - | 1065 | 15.7 |
| 2024 | 244 | 109 | 135 | 88 | 1057 | 14.4 |
| 2023 | 241 | 106 | 135 | 91.3 | 1046 | 14.4 |
| 2022 | 233 | 97 | 136 | 84.1 | 1061 | 13.4 |
| 2021 | 238 | 102 | 136 | 92.9 | 1041 | 13.7 |
| 2020 | 252 | 118 | 134 | - | 1036 | 15.2 |
| 2019 | 251 | 119 | 132 | 89.8 | 1042 | 14.6 |
| 2018 | 232 | 111 | 121 | 92.6 | 1059 | 13.4 |
| 2017 | 232 | 110 | 122 | 93.5 | 1048 | 13.7 |
| 2016 | 239 | 114 | 125 | 92.6 | 1057 | 13.6 |
| 2015 | 231 | 109 | 122 | 95.4 | 1056 | 12.9 |
| 2014 | 237 | 100 | 137 | 96.4 | 1077 | 13.5 |
| 2013 | 223 | 101 | 122 | 95.7 | 1081 | 12.5 |
| 2012 | 198 | 78 | 120 | 95.1 | 1094 | 10.8 |
| 2011 | 193 | 88 | 105 | 95.2 | 1113 | 10.6 |
| 2010 | 166 | 69 | 97 | - | 1118 | 9.6 |
| 2009 | 162 | 70 | 92 | - | 1066 | 9.6 |
| 2008 | 172 | 70 | 102 | - | 1066 | 9.8 |
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.