Berry Public School
Our community: a culture of care, respect and enrichment.
About the school
Berry Public School is located in the picturesque township of Berry, approximately 2 hours south of Sydney. With an enrolment of about 300 students, the school serves as a hub for a caring and supportive community, greatly aided by an active Parents and Citizen's Association. The school is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment that promotes personal growth, confidence, and self-esteem among its students.
Commitment to Excellence
The professional and experienced staff at Berry Public School foster a culture of family and school pride, while also promoting self-responsibility. Students are encouraged to achieve high standards through a diverse curriculum that emphasises outstanding academic, sporting, cultural, and creative arts programs. The school boasts excellent resources and the latest technology, enabling students to pursue their individual capacities effectively.
Community Values
Berry Public School is proud of its motto, "Our community: a culture of care, respect and enrichment." The school places significant importance on high expectations and achievements through both extension and support programs. With recognition for excellence in areas such as student wellbeing, Berry Public School is committed to nurturing and developing each child’s talents and potential, ensuring they feel both valued and inspired to learn.
The school also features modern and well-maintained facilities, accommodating the diverse needs of its student population. Overall, Berry Public School is dedicated to empowering students to become well-rounded and engaged members of their community.
Mission
We are safe
We are caring
We are respectful
We are a team
We are learning
Location & Catchment Area
- Berry Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Shoalhaven Heads Public School 9.5 km
- B Bomaderry Public School 10.7 km
- C Bomaderry High School 10.8 km
- D Terara Public School 11.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 268 (151 girls, 117 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 268
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1067 (percentile 74)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 13% / 25% / 33% / 30%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 50
- Indigenous students
- 6%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 38 |
| Year 1 | 40 |
| Year 2 | 38 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 39 |
| Year 5 | 35 |
| Year 6 | 41 |
| Total | 268 |
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 | 268 | 151 | 117 | - | 1067 | 15.4 |
| 2024 | 282 | 147 | 135 | 90.5 | 1057 | 15.3 |
| 2023 | 279 | 137 | 142 | 92.1 | 1065 | 15.4 |
| 2022 | 302 | 144 | 158 | 87.6 | 1060 | 15.8 |
| 2021 | 316 | 151 | 165 | 92.9 | 1062 | 17.1 |
| 2020 | 314 | 147 | 167 | - | 1062 | 17.1 |
| 2019 | 325 | 143 | 182 | 93 | 1063 | 17.1 |
| 2018 | 335 | 153 | 182 | 94 | 1066 | 18.1 |
| 2017 | 339 | 154 | 185 | 93.5 | 1071 | 17.7 |
| 2016 | 338 | 154 | 184 | 92.4 | 1074 | 17.6 |
| 2015 | 321 | 151 | 170 | 93.1 | 1069 | 16.3 |
| 2014 | 305 | 150 | 155 | 95.4 | 1089 | 15.1 |
| 2013 | 299 | 141 | 158 | 94.9 | 1076 | 15.1 |
| 2012 | 282 | 138 | 144 | 94.7 | 1085 | 15.4 |
| 2011 | 267 | 134 | 133 | 92.7 | 1090 | 14.4 |
| 2010 | 271 | 131 | 140 | - | 1090 | 14.4 |
| 2009 | 266 | 130 | 136 | - | 1109 | 14.4 |
| 2008 | 267 | 130 | 137 | - | 1109 | 14.4 |
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.