About the school
Koonawarra Public School is located near the shores of Lake Illawarra in the western suburbs of Wollongong, catering to students from preschool to Year 6. The school provides a quality and caring environment, focusing on developing literacy and numeracy skills through collaborative and engaging 21st Century classrooms. Koonawarra Public School fosters strong connections with the local community and is grounded in traditions of pride, loyalty, and fairness.
The school is committed to high expectations for student learning and achievement, encouraging each student to realise their individual aspirations and life choices. Key values supported by the school community include respect, responsibility, and educational engagement. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on providing cutting-edge technology to enhance student engagement and quality professional development for teachers.
Koonawarra Public School is proud to be part of a robust public education system that welcomes students from various backgrounds and cultures. The enriching curriculum includes a wide range of subjects and opportunities tailored to individual interests and goals, ensuring that every student can thrive in a safe and inclusive environment. With a focus on wellbeing, the school strives to inspire students to grow in confidence and strive for their personal best.
Mission
At Koonawarra Public School, we are committed to creating a school experience where every student feels seen, supported and inspired to succeed. We prioritise wellbeing, foster curiosity, and challenge our learners to be the best version of themselves.
Location & Catchment Area
- Koonawarra Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kanahooka High School 763 m
- B Lakelands Public School 1.2 km
- C Hayes Park Public School 1.3 km
- D Dapto High School 2.0 km
- E Mount Brown Public School 2.7 km
- F Dapto Public School 2.9 km
- G Berkeley West Public School 4.2 km
- H Illawarra Sports High School 4.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 192 (86 girls, 106 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 192
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 838 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 78% / 15% / 5% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 167
- Indigenous students
- 35%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 16%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 28 |
| Year 1 | 27 |
| Year 2 | 24 |
| Year 3 | 20 |
| Year 4 | 31 |
| Year 5 | 33 |
| Year 6 | 29 |
| Total | 192 |
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 | 192 | 86 | 106 | - | 838 | 20.6 |
| 2024 | 194 | 89 | 105 | 82.9 | 842 | 20.6 |
| 2023 | 205 | 90 | 115 | 84.6 | 835 | 20.7 |
| 2022 | 204 | 94 | 110 | 84.2 | 818 | 21.5 |
| 2021 | 236 | 130 | 106 | 87.1 | 829 | 19.9 |
| 2020 | 236 | 138 | 98 | - | 828 | 19.9 |
| 2019 | 220 | 121 | 99 | 88.3 | 831 | 18.9 |
| 2018 | 230 | 122 | 108 | 89.2 | 840 | 18.8 |
| 2017 | 228 | 118 | 110 | 90.5 | 835 | 17.7 |
| 2016 | 215 | 107 | 108 | 91 | 830 | 17.7 |
| 2015 | 234 | 117 | 117 | 87.8 | 855 | 19.2 |
| 2014 | 247 | 115 | 132 | 88 | 847 | 19.3 |
| 2013 | 270 | 134 | 136 | 89.5 | 845 | 20.4 |
| 2012 | 300 | 149 | 151 | 89.4 | 870 | 21.1 |
| 2011 | 312 | 149 | 163 | 90 | 872 | 23.4 |
| 2010 | 340 | 161 | 179 | - | 879 | 23.4 |
| 2009 | 339 | 156 | 183 | - | 888 | 23.9 |
| 2008 | 365 | 178 | 187 | - | 888 | 26.2 |
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.