About the school
Goulburn Public School is the oldest school in Goulburn, established by the NSW Department of Education in 1868. Nestled within beautiful grounds featuring historic buildings, it has a proud tradition of collaborating with the community to ensure optimal learning outcomes for all students. The school offers a diverse range of educational opportunities, providing an environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Educational Focus
The school emphasises meeting individual learning needs, utilises effective computer technology, and develops sporting skills while also offering valuable cultural experiences. The positive approach to student welfare is a hallmark of the school’s philosophy. Goulburn Public School has established special facilities, including a school canteen and a 'Paint and Play' program tailored for preschoolers and their parents.
Community Engagement
Goulburn Public School prides itself on its strong partnership with parents and community groups to enhance educational opportunities for all learners. The school's strategic focus on relationships not only fosters a secure and inclusive atmosphere but also promotes teamwork among staff to ensure every child receives an excellent learning experience.
Overall, Goulburn Public School is dedicated to creating an engaging learning environment where every student can thrive academically and personally, guided by the values of respect, responsibility, and readiness to learn.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Goulburn Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Goulburn High School 725 m
- B The Crescent School 936 m
- C Wollondilly Public School 1.1 km
- D Goulburn South Public School 1.2 km
- E Goulburn North Public School 1.7 km
- F Goulburn East Public School 1.8 km
- G Goulburn West Public School 1.8 km
- H Mulwaree High School 2.7 km
- I Bradfordville Public School 3.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 181 (78 girls, 103 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 181
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 896 (percentile 10)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 56% / 24% / 15% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 139
- Indigenous students
- 28%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 17%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 20 |
| Year 1 | 26 |
| Year 2 | 26 |
| Year 3 | 33 |
| Year 4 | 24 |
| Year 5 | 27 |
| Year 6 | 25 |
| Total | 181 |
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 | 181 | 78 | 103 | - | 896 | 14.9 |
| 2024 | 171 | 76 | 95 | 88.8 | 885 | 13.9 |
| 2023 | 179 | 80 | 99 | 87.6 | 877 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | 166 | 79 | 87 | 83.2 | 870 | 14.3 |
| 2021 | 166 | 82 | 84 | 86.8 | 883 | 13.1 |
| 2020 | 167 | 83 | 84 | - | 875 | 13 |
| 2019 | 156 | 69 | 87 | 90.9 | 880 | 12.9 |
| 2018 | 160 | 71 | 89 | 91 | 863 | 10.8 |
| 2017 | 158 | 65 | 93 | 91.3 | 868 | 11.2 |
| 2016 | 170 | 77 | 93 | 93.2 | 884 | 10.1 |
| 2015 | 164 | 78 | 86 | 93.2 | 897 | 11.4 |
| 2014 | 168 | 76 | 92 | 93.9 | 906 | 11.3 |
| 2013 | 160 | 70 | 90 | 94.2 | 916 | 11.3 |
| 2012 | 162 | 71 | 91 | 92.5 | 922 | 11.1 |
| 2011 | 153 | 63 | 90 | 92.5 | 909 | 10.7 |
| 2010 | 173 | 76 | 97 | - | 885 | 10.7 |
| 2009 | 167 | 75 | 92 | - | 914 | 10.7 |
| 2008 | 177 | 84 | 93 | - | 914 | 10.7 |
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.