About the school
Bredbo Public School, established in 1882, has a proud tradition of pursuing academic, sporting, and cultural excellence. Strong community partnerships support the school in creating a quality inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. The school's vision is for students to become optimistic, resilient, and confident life-long learners. With a comprehensive range of programs tailored to various ages, interests, and abilities, Bredbo Public School places a strong emphasis on improving Literacy and Numeracy skills.
As a member of the Monaro Small Schools Network and the Monaro Education Group, the school benefits from collegial professional learning and shared resources, enriching learning opportunities for students. The dedication to fostering a culture of 'thinking' is reflected in all classroom practices and school policies. Students are encouraged to demonstrate consideration, courtesy, and responsibility through a peer leadership program and by adhering to the principles of the Fish Philosophy.
Bredbo Public School aims to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. The dedicated staff work in partnership with families to co-design learning plans that cater to individual student needs, ensuring all children feel secure and confident as they embark on their educational journeys. Families are welcomed and valued as integral members of the school community, contributing to a supportive atmosphere that fosters success and growth.
Mission
Bredbo Public School will provide an environment where students, staff and the community work together to create inclusive, safe and quality learning experiences for every student; to encourage every learner to reach their full potential as independent life-long learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bredbo Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Michelago Public School 27.6 km
- B Monaro High School 29.2 km
- C Cooma North Public School 29.4 km
- D Cooma Public School 31.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 15 (10 girls, 5 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1045 (percentile 66)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 25% / 26% / 22% / 28%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 68
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Year 1 | 2 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 2 |
| Year 4 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 2 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
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 | 15 | 10 | 5 | - | 1045 | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 89.8 | 1017 | 1.5 |
| 2023 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 91.3 | 997 | 1.5 |
| 2022 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 76 | 973 | 1.4 |
| 2021 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 86.2 | 1023 | 1.4 |
| 2020 | 11 | 3 | 8 | - | 1007 | 1.4 |
| 2019 | 13 | 4 | 9 | 91.4 | 998 | 1.4 |
| 2018 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 93.1 | 1011 | 1.4 |
| 2017 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 88.2 | 958 | 1.3 |
| 2016 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 92.8 | 951 | 1.3 |
| 2015 | 13 | 2 | 11 | 94.2 | 1049 | 1.3 |
| 2014 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 94.9 | 1038 | 1.4 |
| 2013 | 21 | 7 | 14 | 91.4 | 1030 | 1.8 |
| 2012 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 93.3 | 1006 | 2.3 |
| 2011 | 25 | 11 | 14 | 93.2 | 1012 | 1.6 |
| 2010 | 20 | 10 | 10 | - | 1055 | 2.3 |
| 2009 | 28 | 18 | 10 | - | 1021 | 2.3 |
| 2008 | 24 | 15 | 9 | - | 1021 | 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.