About the school
Corrimal East Public School is a welcoming and inclusive educational institution located in the northern suburbs of Wollongong, established in 1952 and significantly expanded in 1974. The school sits in a large 'open-plan' property, surrounded by various residential, industrial, and commercial areas, and is conveniently within walking distance of the northern beaches. It serves the local community of Corrimal East and prides itself on fostering a stimulating, caring, and happy environment for both students and staff.
Community Engagement
A robust sense of community support is evident at Corrimal East Public School, highlighted by an active Parents and Citizens Association (P & C). This association provides essential forums for parental and community involvement in school programs, evaluating progress, and financial planning. Parent volunteers play a critical role, particularly in supporting literacy and numeracy initiatives within classrooms.
Educational Philosophy
The school is committed to enhancing students' self-esteem, tolerance, self-discipline, respect, and pride. The staff strives to create a co-operative atmosphere where children can improve academically, culturally, physically, and socially. Recognising the diverse needs of every student, the school promotes tailored learning strategies and aims to develop productive learning dispositions, preparing students for lifelong learning.
Overall, Corrimal East Public School is dedicated to ensuring that all students feel safe, included, and empowered to learn from their very first day, making it a trusted choice for families in the community.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
At Corrimal East Public School, staff, students and the community connect, succeed and thrive in partnership.
Location & Catchment Area
- Corrimal East Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Corrimal High School 566 m
- B Bellambi Public School 1.0 km
- C Towradgi Public School 1.4 km
- D Corrimal Public School 1.4 km
- E Tarrawanna Public School 1.5 km
- F Fairy Meadow Public School 1.9 km
- G Russell Vale Public School 2.1 km
- H Mount Ousley Public School 2.9 km
- I Woonona East Public School 3.0 km
- J Balgownie Public School 3.3 km
- K Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts 3.5 km
- L Keira High School 3.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 297 (134 girls, 163 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 297
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1046 (percentile 67)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 21% / 29% / 24% / 26%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 70
- Indigenous students
- 6%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 14%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 47 |
| Year 1 | 43 |
| Year 2 | 41 |
| Year 3 | 47 |
| Year 4 | 35 |
| Year 5 | 48 |
| Year 6 | 36 |
| Total | 297 |
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 | 297 | 134 | 163 | - | 1046 | 19.3 |
| 2024 | 292 | 129 | 163 | 90.7 | 1037 | 19.2 |
| 2023 | 283 | 123 | 160 | 90.9 | 1022 | 20.2 |
| 2022 | 259 | 110 | 149 | 87.8 | 1024 | 18.2 |
| 2021 | 244 | 106 | 138 | 94 | 1009 | 17.1 |
| 2020 | 232 | 104 | 128 | - | 1011 | 16 |
| 2019 | 240 | 112 | 128 | 92.8 | 1001 | 16 |
| 2018 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 93.6 | 994 | 16 |
| 2017 | 212 | 104 | 108 | 93 | 987 | 15 |
| 2016 | 202 | 100 | 102 | 94 | 995 | 13.7 |
| 2015 | 205 | 99 | 106 | 94.4 | 990 | 13.4 |
| 2014 | 203 | 97 | 106 | 94.2 | 991 | 13.4 |
| 2013 | 228 | 100 | 128 | 94.8 | 982 | 14.5 |
| 2012 | 246 | 109 | 137 | 94.7 | 989 | 14.4 |
| 2011 | 274 | 119 | 155 | 93.2 | 992 | 15.5 |
| 2010 | 292 | 128 | 164 | - | 994 | 16.7 |
| 2009 | 291 | 127 | 164 | - | 1021 | 15.7 |
| 2008 | 295 | 137 | 158 | - | 1021 | 15.8 |
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.