The Oaks Public School
Collaborate, grow and achieve in our inspiring school community.
About the school
At The Oaks Public School, a strong and inclusive school community thrives, promoting respect, kindness, and a sense of belonging. With a vision to enable students to achieve their personal best in the pursuit of academic excellence, the school creates an engaging learning environment that fosters growth for all students. Since opening its doors in 1862, The Oaks Public School has provided quality education in a caring atmosphere, solidifying its important role within the community. The cooperative relationships between staff, students, and parents are foundational, ensuring that every child feels known, valued, and challenged to reach their goals.
Community Involvement
The school prides itself on being deeply connected to the local community, serving not just as an educational institution but as a hub for community connection. Events such as Wear It Yellow Day highlight the school's commitment to mental health awareness and community support, while NAIDOC and Reconciliation Weeks showcase respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Educational Excellence
Celebrating over 160 years of educational excellence, The Oaks Public School's achievements reflect its dedication to high-quality learning. The dedicated staff work closely with students to nurture curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Programs like the Little Kindy Program provide foundational experiences for newcomers, ensuring a smooth transition into formal schooling.
The Oaks Public School encapsulates a vision where every child has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and succeed in a supportive and inspiring educational environment. Its commitment to academic excellence, cultural education, and community partnership make it a special place for every learner.
Mission
At our school, every student is known, valued and challenged to achieve their best. We combine high expectations with strong support to create an engaging learning environment where all students can grow, succeed and reach their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- The Oaks Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Oakdale Public School 5.9 km
- B Mount Hunter Public School 6.0 km
- C Wooglemai Environmental Education Centre 9.1 km
- D Camden High School 9.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 308 (145 girls, 163 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 308
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 977 (percentile 36)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 40% / 36% / 17% / 7%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 105
- Indigenous students
- 9%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 45 |
| Year 1 | 55 |
| Year 2 | 44 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 44 |
| Year 5 | 52 |
| Year 6 | 31 |
| Total | 308 |
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 | 308 | 145 | 163 | - | 977 | 18.3 |
| 2024 | 327 | 159 | 168 | 89.4 | 990 | 19.3 |
| 2023 | 320 | 160 | 160 | 91.2 | 983 | 18.2 |
| 2022 | 300 | 152 | 148 | 85.6 | 989 | 17 |
| 2021 | 294 | 148 | 146 | 92.7 | 984 | 16.4 |
| 2020 | 284 | 144 | 140 | - | 978 | 16.4 |
| 2019 | 285 | 143 | 142 | 91.6 | 982 | 15.4 |
| 2018 | 304 | 147 | 157 | 93.7 | 984 | 17.7 |
| 2017 | 318 | 156 | 162 | 94 | 988 | 17.6 |
| 2016 | 307 | 145 | 162 | 94.3 | 983 | 16.2 |
| 2015 | 323 | 151 | 172 | 95.4 | 997 | 17.4 |
| 2014 | 298 | 130 | 168 | 96.1 | 988 | 16 |
| 2013 | 287 | 121 | 166 | 96.6 | 1005 | 15.9 |
| 2012 | 306 | 134 | 172 | 95.5 | 999 | 16.1 |
| 2011 | 319 | 153 | 166 | 94.5 | 1002 | 18.4 |
| 2010 | 315 | 151 | 164 | - | 1002 | 17.4 |
| 2009 | 299 | 135 | 164 | - | 1042 | 17.3 |
| 2008 | 315 | 143 | 172 | - | 1042 | 16.9 |
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.