About the school
Bermagui Public School is situated on the far south coast of New South Wales and serves a diverse community. The school aims to develop students who possess strong literacy and numeracy skills, are creative and happy learners, and can effectively communicate while being responsible citizens. With a small enrolment size, the school offers a personal approach, ensuring that each student receives individual support for their educational journey.
Student Welfare and Community Support
Bermagui Public School places a significant emphasis on student welfare while striving to create a safe and happy learning environment. The school takes pride in its extracurricular activities and community involvement, highlighting the achievements of its students and the quality of its teaching staff. The school conducts regular assessments and evaluations of its programs, implementing strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
The school not only focuses on academic excellence but also encourages students to participate in various activities outside the classroom. By fostering creativity and individuality, Bermagui Public School nurtures well-rounded students who are prepared for future challenges.
Bermagui Public School is committed to inclusivity and collaboration, welcoming families from all backgrounds and cultures. Parents and community members are engaged in the educational process, with staff working closely with families to support each child’s learning preferences. The school actively promotes an environment where every student feels safe, respected, and able to reach their full potential.
Mission
Bermagui Public School is committed to promoting equity, excellence and creativity in a collaborative, supportive and respectful learning environment so that all students connect, succeed and thrive in school and beyond.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bermagui Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Central Tilba Public School 11.7 km
- B Cobargo Public School 16.6 km
- C Quaama Public School 18.2 km
- D Narooma High School 21.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 165 (84 girls, 81 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 165
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 944 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 47% / 30% / 14% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 16%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 8%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 23 |
| Year 1 | 20 |
| Year 2 | 24 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 30 |
| Year 5 | 17 |
| Year 6 | 26 |
| Total | 165 |
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 | 165 | 84 | 81 | - | 944 | 11.8 |
| 2024 | 168 | 89 | 79 | 84.7 | 930 | 12.8 |
| 2023 | 169 | 90 | 79 | 83.5 | 931 | 12.8 |
| 2022 | 172 | 93 | 79 | 82.6 | 922 | 12.7 |
| 2021 | 162 | 85 | 77 | 86.6 | 939 | 11.9 |
| 2020 | 170 | 89 | 81 | - | 941 | 11.9 |
| 2019 | 171 | 97 | 74 | 90.2 | 933 | 10.9 |
| 2018 | 164 | 91 | 73 | 89.2 | 937 | 10.9 |
| 2017 | 168 | 88 | 80 | 90.2 | 953 | 10.7 |
| 2016 | 169 | 79 | 90 | 91.5 | 950 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | 164 | 76 | 88 | 92.5 | 928 | 9.8 |
| 2014 | 164 | 73 | 91 | 93.1 | 946 | 10.2 |
| 2013 | 165 | 67 | 98 | 94.8 | 949 | 10 |
| 2012 | 149 | 59 | 90 | 94.3 | 954 | 10 |
| 2011 | 171 | 69 | 102 | 89.7 | 934 | 10.8 |
| 2010 | 163 | 75 | 88 | - | 952 | 9.7 |
| 2009 | 165 | 74 | 91 | - | 967 | 11.8 |
| 2008 | 168 | 72 | 96 | - | 967 | 11.6 |
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.