Ambarvale Public School

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About the school

Ambarvale Public School strives to establish a caring educational environment for its community, focusing on both academic excellence and the welfare of its students. The school believes in the importance of reciprocity in caring, highlighting that positive motivation and respect among peers enhance learning experiences. At Ambarvale, all aspects of education, from basic skills to sports, cultural activities, and social values, are pursued with enthusiasm. This comprehensive approach underscores the ethos that every student is known, valued, and cared for, encouraging an 'Ambarvale All Star' attitude towards learning and behaviour, where core values of safety, respect, and kindness are paramount.

School Community and Support

The school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child feels safe. Ambarvale Public School works closely with families to support each student's learning needs, ensuring that all feel welcome and ready to learn. The school promotes engagement and challenges for students, fostering an environment where both teachers and leaders strive for improvement each year.

Learning Opportunities

Ambarvale Public School provides a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities to empower students. The curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity and thoughtful learning, helping students build skills and discover their talents. Tailored support is also available for students with different learning needs, ensuring that every child can achieve their personal best. Alongside academic pursuits, the school emphasises the importance of community values and well-rounded development, preparing students to be confident global citizens.

Mission

Ambarvale Public School encourages a sense of belonging for the whole school community where positive learning environments and wellbeing are a priority. Our school promotes equity and excellence in all areas of education through quality teaching and learning programs.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
433 (211 girls, 222 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
433
ICSEA What does this mean?
944 (percentile 22)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
48% / 27% / 18% / 7%
Indigenous students
17%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
27.4
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
7.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 58
Year 1 77
Year 2 51
Year 3 69
Year 4 53
Year 5 70
Year 6 55
Total 433

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 433 211 222 - 944 27.4
2024 439 213 226 86.4 946 27.6
2023 425 214 211 86.4 947 27.4
2022 409 208 201 82.6 929 25.1
2021 385 186 199 87.8 913 24.8
2020 364 181 183 - 918 24.1
2019 328 162 166 90.5 911 21.7
2018 320 161 159 91.2 924 22.5
2017 306 146 160 92 901 20.9
2016 287 126 161 93.5 934 21.2
2015 271 119 152 92.9 927 22.3
2014 272 129 143 94.9 934 21.3
2013 260 122 138 92.8 953 20.4
2012 262 115 147 92.4 953 21.3
2011 256 111 145 92 946 21.6
2010 276 127 149 - 942 22.8
2009 293 129 164 - 905 23
2008 308 141 167 - 905 22.1

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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