About the school
Tallong Public School, established in 1865, caters to a small rural community and values family principles and quality education. The school offers a nurturing environment, where dedicated staff work to enhance learning outcomes through innovative teaching practices and the latest information technology. Parents are actively engaged in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between families and the school.
Educational Programs
The school has designed specific programs focusing on literacy, numeracy, and technology, encouraging students to view education as a lifelong journey. Tallong Public School also employs a specialist music teacher, facilitating a comprehensive music program that allows students to perform annually at the Opera House and participate in the Goulburn Schools Choral Festival. Additionally, inter-school activity days are organised to promote skill development and socialisation among students.
Holistic Development
Tallong Public School prioritises both academic success and personal wellbeing. The curriculum includes sport and health education, aiming to instil healthy habits in students. The collaborative approach within the teaching staff ensures that each student is known, valued, and supported, enhancing their overall school experience. The school community strives to enable every child to realise their potential and prepare them for a successful future.
Mission
At Tallong Public School, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school excellence plan is anchored in the commitment to: enhancing literacy and numeracy outcomes; fostering student wellbeing; maintaining high expectations; and providing diverse opportunities for all.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tallong Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Marulan Public School 7.1 km
- B Wingello Public School 7.4 km
- C Bundanoon Public School 21.1 km
- D Exeter Public School 24.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 61 (27 girls, 34 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 61
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 996 (percentile 45)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 30% / 40% / 22% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 95
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 12%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 6 |
| Year 1 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 |
| Year 4 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 11 |
| Year 6 | 10 |
| Total | 61 |
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 | 61 | 27 | 34 | - | 996 | 3.9 |
| 2024 | 52 | 23 | 29 | 84.4 | 984 | 4 |
| 2023 | 48 | 23 | 25 | 85.7 | 991 | 4 |
| 2022 | 56 | 24 | 32 | 90 | 972 | 3.8 |
| 2021 | 58 | 24 | 34 | 89.7 | 965 | 3.8 |
| 2020 | 62 | 20 | 42 | - | 961 | 3.8 |
| 2019 | 64 | 20 | 44 | 89.4 | 964 | 3.8 |
| 2018 | 67 | 23 | 44 | 92.2 | 959 | 3.8 |
| 2017 | 65 | 23 | 42 | 94.1 | 964 | 3.6 |
| 2016 | 60 | 24 | 36 | 93.3 | 954 | 3.6 |
| 2015 | 59 | 27 | 32 | 94.1 | 955 | 3.6 |
| 2014 | 56 | 23 | 33 | 96.9 | 986 | 3.6 |
| 2013 | 45 | 16 | 29 | 94.2 | 1023 | 2.4 |
| 2012 | 31 | 8 | 23 | 95.8 | 1009 | 2.3 |
| 2011 | 25 | 6 | 19 | 94.9 | 1037 | 1.7 |
| 2010 | 30 | 11 | 19 | - | 1037 | 2.3 |
| 2009 | 28 | 9 | 19 | - | 1072 | 2.3 |
| 2008 | 22 | 9 | 13 | - | 1072 | 2.3 |
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.