About the school
Murrumburrah Public School, situated in the SW Slopes of NSW, is a vibrant educational institution serving the Murrumburrah community. With approximately 150 students, the school offers a comprehensive education from Kindergarten to Year 6, fostering an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, respected, and valued. The school boasts well-maintained facilities, including bright classrooms, a library, and modern IT resources, all set within an expansive park-like playground.
Core Values and Programs
The school's core values are encapsulated in a Code of Cooperation that emphasizes respect, fairness, and personal responsibility. Academic excellence is supported through programs such as Accelerated Literacy and a whole-school focus on numeracy. Students are engaged in Higher Order Thinking Skills, while extracurricular activities, including public speaking and Dance Festivals, enhance their overall development. Additionally, the school promotes inclusivity through tailored programs for Gifted and Talented students and those with specific learning needs.
Community and Support
Murrumburrah Public School has a strong connection with its local community, significantly aided by an active School Council and P&C Association. These bodies contribute to the school’s management and assist in organizing successful fundraising events, fostering community spirit and support. The school also embraces cultural diversity, celebrating Aboriginal heritage and promoting understanding of various cultural beliefs through its curriculum and special events.
Overall, Murrumburrah Public School is dedicated to helping every student learn, grow, and succeed in a nurturing and collaborative environment.
Mission
- We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
- We provide a safe and inclusive environment for every child to feel included and ready to learn from their very first day.
Location & Catchment Area
- Murrumburrah Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Murrumburrah High School 1.3 km
- B Wombat Public School 17.4 km
- C Young Public School 26.3 km
- D Young High School 26.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 210 (106 girls, 104 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 210
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 961 (percentile 29)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 39% / 38% / 18% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 97
- Indigenous students
- 17%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 29 |
| Year 1 | 32 |
| Year 2 | 30 |
| Year 3 | 29 |
| Year 4 | 20 |
| Year 5 | 36 |
| Year 6 | 34 |
| Total | 210 |
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 | 210 | 106 | 104 | - | 961 | 15.1 |
| 2024 | 221 | 108 | 113 | 90.5 | 942 | 15.1 |
| 2023 | 205 | 99 | 106 | 89 | 941 | 14.8 |
| 2022 | 202 | 102 | 100 | 88.2 | 931 | 14.4 |
| 2021 | 197 | 100 | 97 | 91 | 930 | 12.3 |
| 2020 | 186 | 95 | 91 | - | 926 | 12.3 |
| 2019 | 180 | 88 | 92 | 93 | 924 | 11.3 |
| 2018 | 166 | 82 | 84 | 92.6 | 917 | 11.3 |
| 2017 | 147 | 77 | 70 | 92.9 | 910 | 10 |
| 2016 | 146 | 78 | 68 | 92.2 | 915 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | 131 | 72 | 59 | 94.2 | 903 | 7.6 |
| 2014 | 126 | 67 | 59 | 94.3 | 916 | 6.5 |
| 2013 | 122 | 62 | 60 | 92.7 | 892 | 6.2 |
| 2012 | 138 | 75 | 63 | 93.1 | 938 | 8.7 |
| 2011 | 148 | 77 | 71 | 92.7 | 936 | 10.2 |
| 2010 | 159 | 83 | 76 | - | 945 | 11 |
| 2009 | 164 | 78 | 86 | - | 942 | 10.8 |
| 2008 | 168 | 79 | 89 | - | 942 | 10.5 |
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.