About the school
Tocumwal Public School is a dynamic, community-enriched and well-resourced educational institution located near the magnificent Murray River. The school is committed to providing a caring and effective learning environment that encourages all students to have high expectations and to reach their full potential. Students learn with a sense of responsibility, self-motivation, and interdependence, fostering positive interactions among students, staff, and parents to achieve high educational outcomes.
Curriculum and Opportunities
The school offers a well-balanced curriculum with a strong emphasis on Numeracy and Literacy, alongside a variety of extracurricular activities. Tocumwal Public School students enthusiastically participate in national competitions in maths, English, science, as well as in sports, choir, recorder, debating, and public speaking. This diverse range of subjects and opportunities empowers students to learn, develop skills, and explore their passions, all while feeling safe, included, and ready to learn from their first day.
Community Focus
As a school that serves the Tocumwal community, there is a strong focus on collaboration and support for every family. Teachers and wellbeing support teams work closely with families to co-design learning plans that cater to each student’s needs. The goal is to prepare students as effective citizens of the 21st century with a sense of ethical, social, and civic responsibility, fostering a mutual respect for others within the school community.
In summary, Tocumwal Public School is dedicated to achieving excellence and equity in education, making it a great choice for families in the area seeking a comprehensive primary school experience.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Tocumwal Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Barooga Public School 15.9 km
- B Finley High School 19.3 km
- C Finley Public School 19.4 km
- D Berrigan Public School 28.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 154 (72 girls, 82 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 154
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1002 (percentile 48)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 31% / 36% / 24% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 102
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 18 |
| Year 1 | 20 |
| Year 2 | 30 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 11 |
| Year 5 | 22 |
| Year 6 | 28 |
| Total | 154 |
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 | 154 | 72 | 82 | - | 1002 | 9.5 |
| 2024 | 143 | 59 | 84 | 90.9 | 1002 | 10.5 |
| 2023 | 148 | 66 | 82 | 91 | 996 | 10.5 |
| 2022 | 153 | 72 | 81 | 86.8 | 1011 | 10.6 |
| 2021 | 140 | 70 | 70 | 92.1 | 1002 | 9.9 |
| 2020 | 154 | 85 | 69 | - | 997 | 9.8 |
| 2019 | 140 | 79 | 61 | 92.2 | 1001 | 9.9 |
| 2018 | 147 | 79 | 68 | 93.7 | 992 | 9.9 |
| 2017 | 156 | 91 | 65 | 93.8 | 975 | 9.5 |
| 2016 | 150 | 77 | 73 | 92.2 | 977 | 8.4 |
| 2015 | 138 | 67 | 71 | 94.5 | 974 | 7.2 |
| 2014 | 129 | 64 | 65 | 94.2 | 987 | 7.1 |
| 2013 | 105 | 52 | 53 | 94.6 | 1010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 117 | 58 | 59 | 93.3 | 994 | 6 |
| 2011 | 119 | 55 | 64 | 93.4 | 994 | 6 |
| 2010 | 106 | 44 | 62 | - | 996 | 6 |
| 2009 | 95 | 41 | 54 | - | 993 | 6 |
| 2008 | 99 | 42 | 57 | - | 993 | 6 |
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.