About the school
Queanbeyan West Public School currently caters for the social, emotional and learning needs of approximately 360 to 400 students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. The school has an active Parents and Citizens Association and it enjoys the support of the local community, holding a reputation for excellence in the local area.
Curriculum and Development
Queanbeyan West Public School provides students with an innovative and comprehensive curriculum, offering a wide range of subjects and opportunities that empower students to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions. The school promotes the intellectual, social, physical, and moral development of all students, aiming to help them become responsible, contributing citizens. It fosters educational, social, and moral values in partnership with the community, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Values and Behaviour
The school’s positive behaviour framework is built around the values of Responsibility, Safety, and Respect. These principles underpin all aspects of school life and are crucial for student success in learning. Teachers work collaboratively with families to support each child's learning, creating tailored plans that suit individual needs.
Community Engagement
With strong connections to families and the local community, the school aims to ensure every student feels valued and inspired to learn. Queanbeyan West Public School actively supports students from all backgrounds, striving to create an inclusive and welcoming environment that celebrates diversity and promotes a sense of belonging.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our values; Responsibility, Respect and Safety underpin all aspects of school life.
Location & Catchment Area
- Queanbeyan West Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Queanbeyan High School 688 m
- B Finigan School of Distance Education 813 m
- C Karabar High School 2.1 km
- D Queanbeyan Public School 2.1 km
- E Tirriwirri School 2.2 km
- F Queanbeyan South Public School 2.2 km
- G Queanbeyan East Public School 2.8 km
- H Jerrabomberra Public School 4.5 km
- I Jerrabomberra High School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 387 (203 girls, 184 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 387
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 988 (percentile 41)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 33% / 31% / 23% / 13%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 93
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 31%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 26.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Year 1 | 48 |
| Year 2 | 56 |
| Year 3 | 60 |
| Year 4 | 53 |
| Year 5 | 63 |
| Year 6 | 55 |
| Total | 387 |
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 | 387 | 203 | 184 | - | 988 | 26.9 |
| 2024 | 407 | 208 | 199 | 88 | 980 | 32.1 |
| 2023 | 427 | 203 | 224 | 88.4 | 990 | 32.2 |
| 2022 | 474 | 225 | 249 | 84.7 | 984 | 31.1 |
| 2021 | 501 | 235 | 266 | 91.5 | 983 | 31.1 |
| 2020 | 481 | 215 | 266 | - | 984 | 33.4 |
| 2019 | 459 | 210 | 249 | 90.8 | 979 | 32.3 |
| 2018 | 470 | 219 | 251 | 92.7 | 982 | 32.3 |
| 2017 | 430 | 199 | 231 | 93.5 | 990 | 30.4 |
| 2016 | 422 | 202 | 220 | 93.8 | 985 | 29.1 |
| 2015 | 366 | 171 | 195 | 93.7 | 1001 | 27.1 |
| 2014 | 387 | 186 | 201 | 93.9 | 987 | 27.5 |
| 2013 | 403 | 193 | 210 | 94.2 | 999 | 27.5 |
| 2012 | 408 | 193 | 215 | 93.8 | 980 | 29.8 |
| 2011 | 357 | 163 | 194 | 93.5 | 968 | 26 |
| 2010 | 364 | 172 | 192 | - | 969 | 27.1 |
| 2009 | 337 | 158 | 179 | - | 936 | 25 |
| 2008 | 379 | 180 | 199 | - | 936 | 27.5 |
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.