About the school
South Wagga Public School is dedicated to providing high-quality, inclusive educational experiences for its students. The school aims to promote both equity and excellence, building the capacity of all learners to become successful, confident, and creative individuals as well as informed global citizens. With its strategic direction focused on high-quality student learning, strong community partnerships, and high-performing staff, South Wagga Public School strives to achieve its vision through dedicated instructional practices.
The school's outstanding record of achievement is notable, particularly in NAPLAN, University of NSW tests, and various academic competitions. Students can participate in numerous sports and activities, showcasing their skills in state competitions and earning titles for their excellence. Beyond academics, South Wagga Public School offers extracurricular activities, including choir, debating, chess, environmental education, public speaking, drama, and dance, enriching the students' learning experiences.
With a significant emphasis on technology, the school features a well-equipped computer centre, as well as access to laptops in classrooms, ensuring that students engage with modern teaching and learning practices. Proud of its heritage spanning over 125 years, South Wagga Public School continues to foster a welcoming and supportive community, celebrating diversity among its student body. The school values every child's unique background, creating an inclusive atmosphere where all cultures are respected and valued.
Mission
At South Wagga Public School, we proudly serve our wonderful Wagga Wagga community, providing a caring and high-quality education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. ACHIEVE WITH PRIDE Respectful Responsible Connected
Location & Catchment Area
- South Wagga Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wagga Wagga High School 614 m
- B The Bidgee School 636 m
- C Willans Hill School 811 m
- D Wagga Wagga Public School 1.3 km
- E Turvey Park Public School 1.4 km
- F Sturt Public School 2.1 km
- G Mount Austin Public School 2.3 km
- H Shepherds Park School 2.4 km
- I Mount Austin High School 2.8 km
- J North Wagga Public School 2.8 km
- K Kooringal High School 2.9 km
- L Ashmont Public School 3.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 266 (122 girls, 144 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 266
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1027 (percentile 59)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 24% / 24% / 29% / 23%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 77
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 28%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 25 |
| Year 1 | 47 |
| Year 2 | 33 |
| Year 3 | 50 |
| Year 4 | 44 |
| Year 5 | 33 |
| Year 6 | 34 |
| Total | 266 |
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 | 266 | 122 | 144 | - | 1027 | 15.6 |
| 2024 | 261 | 123 | 138 | 91.2 | 1030 | 15.4 |
| 2023 | 247 | 119 | 128 | 90.8 | 1031 | 15.4 |
| 2022 | 279 | 134 | 145 | 89.8 | 1028 | 14.9 |
| 2021 | 275 | 129 | 146 | 94.2 | 1034 | 15 |
| 2020 | 304 | 147 | 157 | - | 1034 | 16.1 |
| 2019 | 332 | 161 | 171 | 93.3 | 1043 | 17.3 |
| 2018 | 333 | 154 | 179 | 93.4 | 1045 | 17.3 |
| 2017 | 324 | 163 | 161 | 94.3 | 1069 | 17 |
| 2016 | 315 | 155 | 160 | 94.7 | 1072 | 17 |
| 2015 | 315 | 146 | 169 | 95.3 | 1082 | 15.5 |
| 2014 | 306 | 149 | 157 | 95.4 | 1080 | 17.2 |
| 2013 | 300 | 140 | 160 | 95.8 | 1085 | 15.9 |
| 2012 | 310 | 147 | 163 | 95.7 | 1082 | 15.7 |
| 2011 | 301 | 138 | 163 | 95.2 | 1073 | 15.8 |
| 2010 | 302 | 135 | 167 | - | 1067 | 15.8 |
| 2009 | 307 | 145 | 162 | - | 1054 | 15.9 |
| 2008 | 310 | 145 | 165 | - | 1054 | 16 |
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.