About the school
Cringila Public School is a culturally diverse primary school located in Cringila, committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based educational opportunities for its 168 students. Emphasising a growth mindset, the school maintains high expectations for all students, fostering a culture of achievement through innovative and differentiated learning strategies. The dedicated staff collaborates to ensure engagement in the curriculum, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Cringila Public School also integrates initiatives like Visible Learning, STEM education, and inquiry-based learning to enhance the educational experience.
The school's motto, 'A Caring Cultural Community', encapsulates its ethos and is supported by Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) principles centred around being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe. This foundational culture guides the school's strategic directions and priorities. In addition to its academic programs, Cringila Public School is renowned for its Living Classroom initiative and partners with the Warrawong Community of Schools to promote sustainability through the Permaculture Partners initiative.
Cringila Public School is situated on Dharawal Country, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the local Aboriginal community. The school’s mission reflects a commitment to inclusivity and support for all students, ensuring they feel safe and valued from their first day. A new public preschool is currently under development at the school, set to enhance early education opportunities and cater to the needs of the community by 2027. With comprehensive support systems in place, every child is encouraged to thrive academically and socially within this welcoming environment.
Mission
At Cringila Public School, we develop curious and resilient learners who are connected to culture and aspire to and strive for excellence.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cringila Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Warrawong High School 1.0 km
- B Warrawong Public School 1.3 km
- C Berkeley Public School 1.5 km
- D Illawarra Sports High School 1.8 km
- E Lake Heights Public School 2.0 km
- F Berkeley West Public School 2.7 km
- G Kemblawarra Public School 2.9 km
- H Farmborough Road Public School 3.5 km
- I Primbee Public School 3.5 km
- J Figtree Public School 3.7 km
- K Mount St Thomas Public School 3.9 km
- L Figtree High School 4.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 163 (77 girls, 86 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 163
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 936 (percentile 20)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 58% / 25% / 14% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 148
- Indigenous students
- 9%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 79%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 17 |
| Year 1 | 27 |
| Year 2 | 25 |
| Year 3 | 22 |
| Year 4 | 31 |
| Year 5 | 16 |
| Year 6 | 25 |
| Total | 163 |
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 | 163 | 77 | 86 | - | 936 | 14.5 |
| 2024 | 161 | 78 | 83 | 87.1 | 925 | 14 |
| 2023 | 145 | 74 | 71 | 89 | 924 | 13.2 |
| 2022 | 142 | 69 | 73 | 87.2 | 916 | 13.2 |
| 2021 | 137 | 69 | 68 | 92 | 920 | 12.1 |
| 2020 | 131 | 68 | 63 | - | 920 | 12.5 |
| 2019 | 129 | 68 | 61 | 90.9 | 912 | 12.3 |
| 2018 | 145 | 81 | 64 | 90.9 | 904 | 12.7 |
| 2017 | 155 | 82 | 73 | 91.2 | 891 | 14.7 |
| 2016 | 151 | 78 | 73 | 90.1 | 886 | 14.3 |
| 2015 | 167 | 83 | 84 | 93.1 | 883 | 14.4 |
| 2014 | 149 | 74 | 75 | 93.9 | 876 | 12.4 |
| 2013 | 148 | 78 | 70 | 94.4 | 909 | 12.9 |
| 2012 | 150 | 79 | 71 | 93.6 | 940 | 11.7 |
| 2011 | 141 | 70 | 71 | 94.2 | 942 | 10.6 |
| 2010 | 153 | 77 | 76 | - | 932 | 11.1 |
| 2009 | 148 | 73 | 75 | - | 963 | 9 |
| 2008 | 152 | 76 | 76 | - | 963 | 9.2 |
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.