About the school
Illabo Public School is a small rural two-teacher school located in the township of Illabo, nestled beside the Olympic Highway between Junee and Cootamundra in the South West Slopes of NSW. Established in 1884, the school initially catered to a local stone quarry and railway, and it now serves the surrounding rural farming community. The school enjoys strong community support and is deeply integrated into the local fabric.
Commitment to Education
Illabo Public School is dedicated to providing quality education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. With a focus on creating a happy and secure working environment, the school aims to encourage all students to achieve their best, fostering personal development and integration into the wider community.
Small Class Sizes and Individual Support
With only two teachers and a close-knit learning environment, the school prides itself on offering personalised support through smaller class sizes. This approach ensures that each child receives the attention they need to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Teachers at Illabo Public School collaborate closely with families to tailor learning experiences that meet individual needs.
Enriching Experiences
Students at Illabo Public School benefit from a wide range of enriching experiences, including excursions to various destinations such as Sydney, Ballarat, and Camp Wombaroo. An intensive swimming program each summer builds essential water safety skills, while trips to Selwyn Snowfields provide excitement and adventure for the students. With its comprehensive curriculum, the school empowers its students to discover their passions and grow into capable citizens.
Mission
The Illabo Public School vision is that all students are self-motivated learners who continually strive to improve and grow. This is fostered through explicit and evidence-based teaching practices, delivered by professional and committed teachers in a culture of high expectations and inclusiveness.
Location & Catchment Area
- Illabo Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Eurongilly Public School 11.3 km
- B Junee High School 14.9 km
- C Junee North Public School 14.9 km
- D Junee Public School 15.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 12 (5 girls, 7 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 995 (percentile 45)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 23% / 38% / 17%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 43
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 1 |
| Year 3 | 1 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 2 |
| Total | 12 |
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 | 12 | 5 | 7 | - | 995 | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 13 | 4 | 9 | 89.9 | 1008 | 1.5 |
| 2023 | 17 | 5 | 12 | 92.9 | 999 | 1.5 |
| 2022 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 89.9 | 1023 | 1.9 |
| 2021 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 92 | 992 | 2.5 |
| 2020 | 30 | 14 | 16 | - | 986 | 2.5 |
| 2019 | 37 | 19 | 18 | 93.7 | 994 | 2.5 |
| 2018 | 30 | 16 | 14 | 93.8 | 1051 | 2.5 |
| 2017 | 28 | 16 | 12 | 96.5 | 1042 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 32 | 19 | 13 | 97.4 | 1075 | 2.4 |
| 2015 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 93.6 | 1056 | 2.4 |
| 2014 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 96.4 | 1048 | 2.5 |
| 2013 | 25 | 13 | 12 | 96.6 | 1050 | 2.5 |
| 2012 | 27 | 13 | 14 | 93 | 984 | 2.4 |
| 2011 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 94.2 | 983 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 20 | 12 | 8 | - | 949 | 1.3 |
| 2009 | 17 | 10 | 7 | - | 965 | 1.6 |
| 2008 | 22 | 11 | 11 | - | 965 | 2.4 |
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.