About the school
Oakdale Public School is a small educational institution located in the semi-rural area of the Burragorang Valley. Serving as a feeder school for Camden High, it caters to students coming from local pre-schools in The Oaks. The school prides itself on its well-resourced environment, featuring permanent buildings such as a library and hall, and a growing focus on technology integration with computers and interactive whiteboards in classrooms. Its expansive and attractive grounds contribute to a welcoming learning atmosphere.
A notable aspect of Oakdale Public School is its strong commitment to community involvement and support. The school community is dedicated to instilling a love of learning while enhancing students' literacy and numeracy skills. Programs are designed to promote student welfare, confidence, and self-esteem through engagement in various activities. Oakdale provides quality education across the six key learning areas and offers students opportunities in performing arts, music, sport, and public speaking, thereby allowing them to explore and develop their interests and abilities.
The school’s motto, 'I Strive', encapsulates its ethos and dedication to student participation and achievement, with a culture that celebrates both individual and school-wide successes.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Oakdale Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A The Oaks Public School 5.9 km
- B Wooglemai Environmental Education Centre 6.2 km
- C Mount Hunter Public School 11.8 km
- D Picton Public School 14.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 141 (73 girls, 68 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 141
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 945 (percentile 23)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 45% / 37% / 15% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 121
- Indigenous students
- 19%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 24 |
| Year 1 | 23 |
| Year 2 | 18 |
| Year 3 | 19 |
| Year 4 | 21 |
| Year 5 | 15 |
| Year 6 | 21 |
| Total | 141 |
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 | 141 | 73 | 68 | - | 945 | 9.8 |
| 2024 | 142 | 71 | 71 | 90.4 | 958 | 9.8 |
| 2023 | 148 | 70 | 78 | 92.1 | 976 | 9.8 |
| 2022 | 140 | 67 | 73 | 87.6 | 978 | 10 |
| 2021 | 133 | 64 | 69 | 92.7 | 970 | 9 |
| 2020 | 123 | 49 | 74 | - | 968 | 9 |
| 2019 | 141 | 62 | 79 | 91.2 | 960 | 9 |
| 2018 | 147 | 57 | 90 | 93.5 | 956 | 9 |
| 2017 | 155 | 69 | 86 | 93.6 | 944 | 10.3 |
| 2016 | 168 | 76 | 92 | 93.1 | 950 | 10.1 |
| 2015 | 164 | 77 | 87 | 94 | 944 | 10 |
| 2014 | 164 | 77 | 87 | 95.1 | 964 | 9.7 |
| 2013 | 151 | 78 | 73 | 95.6 | 969 | 10 |
| 2012 | 164 | 85 | 79 | 94 | 966 | 9.7 |
| 2011 | 164 | 92 | 72 | 93.9 | 966 | 9.7 |
| 2010 | 151 | 78 | 73 | - | 973 | 8.6 |
| 2009 | 168 | 84 | 84 | - | 961 | 9.6 |
| 2008 | 156 | 80 | 76 | - | 961 | 9.6 |
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.