About the school
Warrawong Public School is a comprehensive co-educational primary school that serves students from Kindergarten to Year 6, located adjacent to Warrawong High School. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, with a diverse student body representing over twenty nationalities. A key feature of Warrawong Public School is its community language program, which operates in Macedonian, enhancing cultural appreciation among students. The school provides three support classes specifically designed for students with special needs, ensuring that all learners are catered for.
The school community is actively involved in school programs, notably through the Parents and Citizens Committee, which has worked diligently to equip classrooms with Interactive Whiteboards and the latest technology to enhance learning. Warrawong Public School also boasts a permaculture garden, providing students with hands-on opportunities to learn about sustainability and environmental stewardship.
In addition to a vibrant curriculum, the school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, offering various support services through a dedicated wellbeing team. To complement academic pursuits, Warrawong Public School encourages participation in extracurricular activities including sports, performing arts, and community service, aimed at developing well-rounded, responsible individuals. The school aims to inspire every learner to achieve their full potential in a nurturing, engaging environment, guiding them to become active and responsible members of the community.
Mission
We offer quality education in an innovative and supportive environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Warrawong Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Warrawong High School 279 m
- B Cringila Public School 1.3 km
- C Lake Heights Public School 1.3 km
- D Kemblawarra Public School 1.7 km
- E Berkeley Public School 2.0 km
- F Illawarra Sports High School 2.2 km
- G Primbee Public School 2.3 km
- H Five Islands Secondary College 3.4 km
- I Port Kembla Public School 3.4 km
- J Berkeley West Public School 3.4 km
- K Farmborough Road Public School 4.6 km
- L Coniston Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 276 (122 girls, 154 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 276
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 891 (percentile 9)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 71% / 19% / 8% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 162
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 38%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 42 |
| Year 1 | 36 |
| Year 2 | 40 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 44 |
| Year 5 | 33 |
| Year 6 | 44 |
| Total | 276 |
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 | 276 | 122 | 154 | - | 891 | 20.6 |
| 2024 | 270 | 116 | 154 | 86.8 | 878 | 21.9 |
| 2023 | 267 | 120 | 147 | 88.3 | 874 | 21.5 |
| 2022 | 269 | 126 | 143 | 83.5 | 865 | 21.1 |
| 2021 | 252 | 117 | 135 | 88.5 | 861 | 21.1 |
| 2020 | 275 | 119 | 156 | - | 852 | 20.9 |
| 2019 | 287 | 132 | 155 | 89.5 | 866 | 20.8 |
| 2018 | 268 | 130 | 138 | 89.2 | 877 | 19.8 |
| 2017 | 280 | 135 | 145 | 90.5 | 875 | 19.5 |
| 2016 | 269 | 131 | 138 | 91 | 864 | 18.4 |
| 2015 | 280 | 152 | 128 | 90.9 | 880 | 18.6 |
| 2014 | 293 | 152 | 141 | 91.4 | 879 | 20.2 |
| 2013 | 275 | 152 | 123 | 92.5 | 875 | 19.2 |
| 2012 | 279 | 146 | 133 | 91.4 | 894 | 20.1 |
| 2011 | 290 | 144 | 146 | 91.6 | 902 | 21.3 |
| 2010 | 291 | 160 | 131 | - | 898 | 20.3 |
| 2009 | 266 | 148 | 118 | - | 937 | 19.2 |
| 2008 | 292 | 153 | 139 | - | 937 | 18.5 |
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.