Wollongong West Public School

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About the school

Wollongong West Public School is a vibrant and dynamic primary school that has proudly served the West Wollongong community for over 95 years. The school fosters a culture of equity and excellence, empowering students to become resilient, creative, and curious global citizens. Diversity is celebrated, with 9% of students identifying as Aboriginal and 49% learning English as an Additional Language/Dialect, reflecting the rich blend of cultures in the community.

Inclusive Education

The school is committed to inclusivity, providing support for students with diverse learning needs through four specialised support classes. Furthermore, a localised wellbeing framework has been established to create a positive, therapeutic, and trauma-informed learning environment where all children can connect, succeed, and thrive.

Academic Excellence

Literacy and numeracy outcomes are a priority at Wollongong West Public School, which is recognised as a NAPLAN over-achieving school. The small class sizes and additional educators in each classroom allow for personalised learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of every child. The curriculum is comprehensive, including a broad range of educational programs across all key learning areas.

Extracurricular Activities

Extracurricular opportunities are abundant, with students participating in choir, dance troupes, sporting gala days, and public speaking competitions. The school's strong instructional leadership program supports teachers' professional growth and the implementation of evidence-based teaching practices.

Community Engagement

Wollongong West Public School is an active member of the Wollongong Community of Schools, emphasising the importance of collaboration with the wider community, including the Parents & Citizens Association and local organisations. The school prides itself on being a welcoming place where every child and their family is known, valued, and cared for.

Mission

Wollongong West Public School where every child and their family is known, valued and cared for.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
243 (114 girls, 129 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
243
ICSEA What does this mean?
991 (percentile 43)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
37% / 17% / 23% / 24%
Indigenous students
12%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
22.3
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
6.3

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 37
Year 1 34
Year 2 40
Year 3 33
Year 4 41
Year 5 31
Year 6 27
Total 243

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 243 114 129 - 991 22.3
2024 232 115 117 86.7 981 21.2
2023 214 104 110 88.3 1024 18.5
2022 191 87 104 85.1 997 17.4
2021 193 84 109 89.7 991 16.8
2020 201 90 111 - 985 15.5
2019 181 93 88 91.9 990 13.3
2018 214 109 105 93 959 14.5
2017 229 117 112 94.7 994 16
2016 238 118 120 93.2 976 15.7
2015 244 120 124 94.3 987 15.6
2014 211 104 107 95.4 999 14.5
2013 204 97 107 96 1004 13.5
2012 193 91 102 93.9 1043 14.5
2011 220 99 121 95 1034 14.5
2010 238 104 134 - 1035 15.4
2009 202 87 115 - 1065 14.1
2008 184 77 107 - 1065 12.8

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.

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