About the school
Burrumbuttock Public School is a vibrant primary school located in a rural village 30km from Albury, catering to approximately 30 students. The school is known for its strong commitment to environmental education and has received both state and national recognition for its innovative programs. A unique feature of Burrumbuttock Public School is the Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre, which attracts over 2,000 visiting students each year to participate in impactful cross-curriculum activities focused on the environment.
The school offers a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, promoting technology-enhanced learning along with a robust emphasis on the practical and creative arts. Burrumbuttock Public School is part of the National Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program, which is supported by specialists in kitchen and vegetable gardening. This initiative not only enhances classroom learning but also provides students with hands-on experiences in their own vegetable garden and a modern kitchen/dining area.
A welcoming and inclusive environment is fostered, ensuring that every child feels safe and supported from their first day. The school values strong ties to the community, receiving significant backing from parents and local organisations. This sense of community contributes to the school's mission of helping every student to learn, grow, and succeed, and they strive to offer an engaging and comprehensive curriculum that empowers each child to discover their passions.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Burrumbuttock Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Brocklesby Public School 11.1 km
- B Walla Walla Public School 12.7 km
- C Jindera Public School 15.6 km
- D Gerogery Public School 17.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 33 (14 girls, 19 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 33
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 964 (percentile 31)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 39% / 46% / 15% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 99
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Year 1 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 4 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| Total | 33 |
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 | 33 | 14 | 19 | - | 964 | 2.7 |
| 2024 | 25 | 14 | 11 | 89.6 | 946 | 2.7 |
| 2023 | 28 | 14 | 14 | 91.3 | 973 | 2.7 |
| 2022 | 27 | 14 | 13 | 90.6 | 964 | 2.7 |
| 2021 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 94.3 | 970 | 2.5 |
| 2020 | 30 | 14 | 16 | - | 965 | 2.5 |
| 2019 | 30 | 10 | 20 | 92.8 | 954 | 2.5 |
| 2018 | 32 | 11 | 21 | 91.7 | 949 | 2.5 |
| 2017 | 31 | 9 | 22 | 92.6 | 942 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 31 | 9 | 22 | 94.8 | 965 | 2.5 |
| 2015 | 36 | 9 | 27 | 95.9 | 1014 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 39 | 12 | 27 | 96.7 | 1001 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 33 | 12 | 21 | 96.3 | 1030 | 2.7 |
| 2012 | 30 | 10 | 20 | 94 | 1055 | 2.7 |
| 2011 | 31 | 10 | 21 | 94.9 | 1062 | 2.7 |
| 2010 | 28 | 8 | 20 | - | 988 | 2.7 |
| 2009 | 30 | 8 | 22 | - | 1045 | 2.7 |
| 2008 | 35 | 10 | 25 | - | 1045 | 2.7 |
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.