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
- Wollongong West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gwynneville Public School 1.1 km
- B Illawarra Hospital School 1.1 km
- C Lindsay Park Public School 1.1 km
- D Keiraville Public School 1.2 km
- E Mount St Thomas Public School 1.4 km
- F Figtree Heights Public School 1.7 km
- G Mount Keira Public School 2.0 km
- H Figtree High School 2.1 km
- I Para Meadows School 2.2 km
- J Coniston Public School 2.2 km
- K Nareena Hills Public School 2.2 km
- L Smiths Hill High School 2.3 km
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%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 102
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 49%
- 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.