About the school
Mittagong Public School offers outstanding opportunities for student learning in a caring and supportive environment. With dedicated, experienced teachers, the school emphasises high academic standards and has a proud tradition of performing arts and sporting success. Parents are actively encouraged to engage with their children's educational journey through participation in various activities, including classroom assistance and policy-making via the P&C and School Council. This collaborative atmosphere promotes a sense of community and ensures students receive support in their academic and personal growth.
The school is committed to individualised programmes for students with special needs, as well as enrichment opportunities to inspire and challenge all learners. It features spacious and attractive grounds with state-of-the-art technology resources like a computer centre and a well-resourced library. Additional facilities such as an assembly hall, covered areas, and a craft room further enhance the learning environment, providing venues for special activities.
At Mittagong Public School, every child is known, valued, and cared for, fostering a culture of respect, responsibility, and cooperation. The commitment to academic excellence and a positive school culture ensures that students become confident, creative, and informed citizens. Parents can also support healthy eating initiatives through the school canteen, which is run by the P&C Association. Overall, Mittagong Public School serves as a foundation for holistic education, preparing students for future success.
Mission
At Mittagong Public School, students, staff and community connect, succeed, thrive and learn. At Mittagong Public School every student is known, valued and cared for. We deliver excellence within a culture of high expectations and collaboration.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mittagong Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Tangara School 2.3 km
- B Highlands School 3.1 km
- C Bowral Public School 4.3 km
- D Bowral High School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 536 (248 girls, 288 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 536
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 992 (percentile 43)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 33% / 32% / 24% / 11%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 90
- Indigenous students
- 11%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 20%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 32
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Year 1 | 76 |
| Year 2 | 76 |
| Year 3 | 84 |
| Year 4 | 67 |
| Year 5 | 88 |
| Year 6 | 84 |
| Total | 536 |
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 | 536 | 248 | 288 | - | 992 | 32 |
| 2024 | 515 | 243 | 272 | 90.4 | 991 | 35.1 |
| 2023 | 495 | 231 | 264 | 91.6 | 990 | 35.1 |
| 2022 | 516 | 254 | 262 | 86.7 | 1000 | 34.9 |
| 2021 | 541 | 265 | 276 | 92.3 | 993 | 35 |
| 2020 | 567 | 273 | 294 | - | 990 | 37.3 |
| 2019 | 598 | 279 | 319 | 92.5 | 993 | 37.2 |
| 2018 | 574 | 271 | 303 | 92.3 | 987 | 34.6 |
| 2017 | 517 | 227 | 290 | 93.9 | 991 | 30.8 |
| 2016 | 491 | 216 | 275 | 93.2 | 987 | 29.5 |
| 2015 | 467 | 193 | 274 | 93.6 | 988 | 28.1 |
| 2014 | 431 | 183 | 248 | 94.1 | 990 | 25.9 |
| 2013 | 414 | 183 | 231 | 93.4 | 984 | 26.8 |
| 2012 | 379 | 180 | 199 | 93.6 | 990 | 24.4 |
| 2011 | 384 | 188 | 196 | 93.3 | 981 | 23.3 |
| 2010 | 390 | 195 | 195 | - | 980 | 23.3 |
| 2009 | 388 | 202 | 186 | - | 1036 | 23.3 |
| 2008 | 388 | 191 | 197 | - | 1036 | 22.5 |
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.