About the school
Picton Public School has a strong sense of community and values the partnership between parents, carers, students, staff, and the broader community. Regarded highly within the local area, the school is strongly supported by its community. Its commitment to providing a strong educational foundation is evident in its excellent academic programs, which are underpinned by outstanding student welfare practices. The school provides diverse learning opportunities to ensure the success of each student across the curriculum, maximising their potential as learners. Key focuses include literacy, numeracy, technology, and student engagement, all within a positive, structured, and purposeful learning environment.
The dedicated staff at Picton Public School form a committed and focused team, continually striving for improvement in teaching and learning practices. This is part of the school's culture, where every child is encouraged to grow and excel. The school successfully engages with families to co-design learning plans that meet individual student needs, fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued and cared for. Beyond academic success, the school encourages participation in a wide range of cultural and sporting activities that enhance the overall educational experience for its students.
Located in Picton, the school is accessible to families via various means of transport, making daily school life convenient. Picton Public School aims to create a welcoming space for all students, celebrating diversity and ensuring cultural safety within the community.
Mission
At Picton Public School, we believe all students can and will be successful. Every student is challenged to grow in all aspects of learning and wellbeing. All teachers are committed to collaboratively designing and implementing consistent, evidence-based teaching practices in inclusive, authentic, culturally connected and engaging learning environments.
Location & Catchment Area
- Picton Public School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Picton High School 2.0 km
- B Thirlmere Public School 4.9 km
- C Tahmoor Public School 6.0 km
- D Wilton Public School 9.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 307 (134 girls, 173 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 307
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 991 (percentile 43)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 35% / 33% / 22% / 11%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 98
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 44 |
| Year 1 | 57 |
| Year 2 | 46 |
| Year 3 | 40 |
| Year 4 | 49 |
| Year 5 | 30 |
| Year 6 | 41 |
| Total | 307 |
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 | 307 | 134 | 173 | - | 991 | 20.6 |
| 2024 | 313 | 136 | 177 | 88.8 | 994 | 23.9 |
| 2023 | 315 | 137 | 178 | 90.2 | 990 | 23.9 |
| 2022 | 307 | 137 | 170 | 85.8 | 985 | 23.1 |
| 2021 | 313 | 138 | 175 | 90.6 | 994 | 23.1 |
| 2020 | 329 | 159 | 170 | - | 996 | 23.2 |
| 2019 | 373 | 187 | 186 | 92.2 | 1003 | 23.2 |
| 2018 | 373 | 191 | 182 | 92 | 995 | 23.2 |
| 2017 | 392 | 207 | 185 | 94.1 | 1010 | 22.8 |
| 2016 | 413 | 218 | 195 | 93.5 | 1002 | 24.9 |
| 2015 | 430 | 212 | 218 | 93.9 | 1005 | 24.9 |
| 2014 | 458 | 222 | 236 | 95.4 | 1004 | 26.1 |
| 2013 | 464 | 214 | 250 | 94.6 | 1021 | 27.4 |
| 2012 | 496 | 223 | 273 | 95.4 | 1001 | 28.3 |
| 2011 | 483 | 220 | 263 | 93.7 | 1005 | 26.2 |
| 2010 | 484 | 223 | 261 | - | 999 | 26.2 |
| 2009 | 460 | 217 | 243 | - | 1026 | 25.1 |
| 2008 | 446 | 204 | 242 | - | 1026 | 23.6 |
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.