About the school
Matong Public School is a small, rural primary school located sixty-six kilometres North-West of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina Region of NSW. Serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6, the school is known for its commitment to nurturing each child in a supportive, community-focused environment. This environment encourages students to explore their interests and build new skills across a wide range of subjects, fostering personal and academic growth.
Educational Approach
The dedicated teaching staff at Matong Public School focuses on delivering a high-quality curriculum that is enjoyable and stimulating. They aim to empower students to become lifelong learners while also preparing them to meet future challenges. The school's approach includes tailored learning plans for each student to address their unique needs, ensuring that all children feel safe, acknowledged, and included from their first day.
Community Involvement
A notable aspect of Matong Public School is its strong ties with the local community and its ability to collaborate with nearby small schools. This partnership enhances the educational experience and helps the school to meet its objectives effectively despite its rural location. Parents are actively involved in the school, contributing to a lively and engaging atmosphere for students.
Vision
Matong Public School is committed to providing a quality learning environment where every student is empowered to thrive academically and socially. The school's vision ensures that each child not only achieves solid academic results but also develops as a responsible, respected citizen.
Mission
Our mission is to provide a quality learning environment in which students feel nurtured and empowered to become lifelong learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Matong Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ganmain Public School 10.7 km
- B Coolamon Central School 25.5 km
- C Narrandera High School 33.0 km
- D Narrandera East Infants School 33.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 32 (16 girls, 16 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 32
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 961 (percentile 29)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 45% / 31% / 16% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 107
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Year 1 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 4 |
| Year 4 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 2 |
| Year 6 | 5 |
| Total | 32 |
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 | 32 | 16 | 16 | - | 961 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 31 | 15 | 16 | 90.4 | 966 | 2.8 |
| 2023 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 92.4 | 973 | 2.8 |
| 2022 | 26 | 14 | 12 | 89.7 | 974 | 2.7 |
| 2021 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 89.3 | 971 | 2.5 |
| 2020 | 34 | 16 | 18 | - | 934 | 2.5 |
| 2019 | 36 | 17 | 19 | 89.8 | 963 | 2.5 |
| 2018 | 34 | 15 | 19 | 89.8 | 991 | 2.5 |
| 2017 | 26 | 9 | 17 | 96 | 1013 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 28 | 11 | 17 | 91.2 | 1006 | 2.5 |
| 2015 | 28 | 10 | 18 | 92.8 | 1012 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 31 | 14 | 17 | 95.8 | 982 | 2.4 |
| 2013 | 45 | 16 | 29 | 94.9 | 937 | 2.5 |
| 2012 | 43 | 18 | 25 | 94.4 | 986 | 2.3 |
| 2011 | 40 | 21 | 19 | 96.3 | 981 | 2.3 |
| 2010 | 34 | 20 | 14 | - | 1009 | 2.3 |
| 2009 | 45 | 26 | 19 | - | 1028 | 2.3 |
| 2008 | 39 | 24 | 15 | - | 1028 | 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.