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
- Lake Illawarra South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Lake Illawarra High School 852 m
- B Warilla North Public School 987 m
- C Windang Public School 1.1 km
- D Peterborough School 1.9 km
- E Warilla Public School 2.0 km
- F Mount Warrigal Public School 2.1 km
- G Barrack Heights Public School 2.5 km
- H Warilla High School 2.7 km
- I Oak Flats High School 3.2 km
- J Balarang Public School 3.4 km
- K Shellharbour Public School 4.4 km
- L Oak Flats Public School 4.6 km
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%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 18%
- 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.