Lake Illawarra South Public School

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About the school

Lake Illawarra South Public School enjoys an enviable location adjacent to both lake and sea. The school is justifiably proud of its strong community ties and the warm working relationship that exists between the school and the community it serves. High-quality literacy and numeracy programs form the heart and soul of the school. These programs are underpinned by an integrated curriculum that spans all subject areas.

Teaching and Learning

Technology is integral to teaching and learning within the school, with all classes making use of interactive smartboards to support educational activities. Opportunities for sporting activities abound and are a vital part of the school's culture. There is a culture of high expectations, with ongoing self-evaluation, reflection, and modification to provide students with the best possible teaching and learning experiences. The school aims to help each child achieve his or her personal best through various welfare programs designed to empower students.

Community Involvement

Lake Illawarra South Public School fosters strong relationships with its families, aiming to create a welcoming and safe environment where every child feels valued. The school acknowledges its location on Dharawal Country and respects the Elders for their contributions to education. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the school nurtures curiosity, creativity, and resilience through quality teaching and meaningful learning experiences.

The school's encouraging motto, 'you can do it,' reflects its ethos of supporting every student to learn, grow, and succeed.

Mission

Lake Illawarra South Public School

We support all students to learn, grow and succeed. Become a part of our welcoming and inclusive school community today. Lake Illawarra South Public School proudly sits on Dharawal Country. We acknowledge the Elders, past and present, for they hold the knowledge, stories and songlines of the Dharawal, Wodi Wodi and Elouri people, and for their contribution to public education. Together, may we walk towards reconciliation.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
177 (72 girls, 105 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
177
ICSEA What does this mean?
954 (percentile 26)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
50% / 28% / 15% / 7%
Indigenous students
14%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
11.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
2

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 26
Year 1 21
Year 2 21
Year 3 21
Year 4 32
Year 5 28
Year 6 28
Total 177

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 177 72 105 - 954 11.8
2024 186 81 105 88.2 961 11.8
2023 196 95 101 90.4 943 12.9
2022 198 99 99 85 942 12.7
2021 195 99 96 90.9 954 11.8
2020 200 104 96 - 954 11.8
2019 216 109 107 91.9 954 13.2
2018 235 119 116 93.1 956 14.2
2017 241 120 121 94.2 961 14
2016 237 124 113 93.2 959 13.9
2015 241 119 122 93.8 964 13.9
2014 249 126 123 93.9 971 14.2
2013 244 120 124 93.2 970 15.4
2012 260 132 128 92.4 968 15.6
2011 261 126 135 92.2 960 15.5
2010 274 134 140 - 961 15.6
2009 270 129 141 - 949 15.6
2008 283 127 156 - 949 15.3

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.

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