About the school
Coledale Public School is a community school situated in the northern suburbs of Wollongong, offering a welcoming and inclusive environment for students from diverse backgrounds. Enriched by strong partnerships with families and community members, the school provides a wide range of learning opportunities and experiences, which are vital to the growth and development of each student. A defining feature of Coledale Public School is its picturesque coastal location that facilitates an engaging environmental education program aimed at fostering curiosity and respect for nature.
Learning Environment
The school is dedicated to creating a dynamic learning atmosphere where every child is encouraged to achieve their personal best. Coledale Public School prides itself on maintaining high expectations across all areas of student learning, catering to their academic, physical, social, and emotional needs. The strong family atmosphere and community spirit enable the school to reflect the values and aspirations of its local community.
Community and Support
Teachers, along with a dedicated wellbeing support team, collaborate closely with families to ensure that each child receives tailored learning support. The school’s commitment to inclusivity means that students of all abilities have access to quality education and opportunities to thrive, thus preparing them to become confident and responsible citizens. With a focus on cultivating a sense of belonging, the school helps children feel safe and respected, making it an ideal setting for personal and academic growth.
Mission
At Coledale Public School, every child is supported to learn, grow and succeed. Our students are known, valued and cared for in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Coledale Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Austinmer Public School 2.1 km
- B Scarborough Public School 3.1 km
- C Thirroul Public School 3.9 km
- D Bulli Public School 5.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 135 (53 girls, 82 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 135
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1118 (percentile 89)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 4% / 18% / 32% / 46%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 24
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 15 |
| Year 1 | 22 |
| Year 2 | 13 |
| Year 3 | 21 |
| Year 4 | 17 |
| Year 5 | 28 |
| Year 6 | 19 |
| Total | 135 |
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 | 135 | 53 | 82 | - | 1118 | 7.5 |
| 2024 | 139 | 60 | 79 | 91 | 1121 | 7.5 |
| 2023 | 128 | 60 | 68 | 91.5 | 1102 | 7.5 |
| 2022 | 130 | 62 | 68 | 85 | 1111 | 7.2 |
| 2021 | 138 | 61 | 77 | 93 | 1108 | 7.4 |
| 2020 | 155 | 71 | 84 | - | 1107 | 7.4 |
| 2019 | 148 | 67 | 81 | 91.8 | 1102 | 7.4 |
| 2018 | 149 | 66 | 83 | 94.2 | 1090 | 7.4 |
| 2017 | 138 | 63 | 75 | 95.5 | 1092 | 7.2 |
| 2016 | 141 | 71 | 70 | 95.4 | 1102 | 7.1 |
| 2015 | 139 | 71 | 68 | 95.4 | 1112 | 7.1 |
| 2014 | 135 | 69 | 66 | 95.4 | 1109 | 7 |
| 2013 | 120 | 62 | 58 | 95.2 | 1109 | 6.2 |
| 2012 | 116 | 61 | 55 | 95.5 | 1071 | 6 |
| 2011 | 87 | 50 | 37 | 94.3 | 1062 | 5 |
| 2010 | 88 | 54 | 34 | - | 1045 | 5 |
| 2009 | 76 | 45 | 31 | - | 1151 | 5 |
| 2008 | 79 | 44 | 35 | - | 1151 | 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.