About the school
Tumut Public School is situated in the heart of Tumut on Wynyard Street, renowned for its vibrant educational community and beautiful riverside location. With a rich history dating back to 1859, the school exemplifies a strong partnership between the educational institution and the local community. Tumut Public School is committed to providing Quality Teaching in a nurturing environment, encouraging students to strive for their personal best.
Educational Environment
The school fosters an inclusive atmosphere where students are valued as individuals. This unique environment promotes respect for nature and the importance of maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Tumut Public School prioritises student welfare and provides opportunities for leadership and personal development. Recently, significant capital works have led to the consolidation of the Infants and Primary site onto the central campus, enhancing the facilities available to students.
Community and Curriculum
The curricular offerings emphasise academic excellence while also supporting the holistic development of each child. From creative arts and sports to leadership programs, the school provides a wide range of activities designed to engage every student. With smaller class sizes, every child receives individualized attention, ensuring their growth and success in all areas of learning.
As a community-focused school, Tumut Public School invites families from diverse backgrounds to be a part of its welcoming environment. By working alongside dedicated staff and supportive families, the school helps each student to thrive and achieve their personal best, making it a distinguished choice for education in the region.
Mission
Our Mission
Tumut Public School supports each student in learning, growing, and achieving success. We foster a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student is known, valued, and supported.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tumut Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Snowy Valleys School 246 m
- B Tumut High School 1.1 km
- C Franklin Public School 1.8 km
- D Adelong Public School 14.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 288 (142 girls, 146 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 288
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 976 (percentile 36)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 37% / 31% / 24% / 8%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 99
- Indigenous students
- 11%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 41 |
| Year 1 | 46 |
| Year 2 | 42 |
| Year 3 | 35 |
| Year 4 | 43 |
| Year 5 | 47 |
| Year 6 | 34 |
| Total | 288 |
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 | 288 | 142 | 146 | - | 976 | 17 |
| 2024 | 293 | 140 | 153 | 89.1 | 978 | 17 |
| 2023 | 281 | 146 | 135 | 88.4 | 979 | 17 |
| 2022 | 304 | 151 | 153 | 86.9 | 980 | 16.9 |
| 2021 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 90.5 | 984 | 18.8 |
| 2020 | 346 | 173 | 173 | - | 987 | 18.8 |
| 2019 | 332 | 171 | 161 | 94.2 | 978 | 17.6 |
| 2018 | 323 | 172 | 151 | 93 | 981 | 17.6 |
| 2017 | 317 | 167 | 150 | 93.3 | 982 | 17.4 |
| 2016 | 345 | 170 | 175 | 93.9 | 979 | 18.4 |
| 2015 | 364 | 180 | 184 | 93.9 | 993 | 17.8 |
| 2014 | 348 | 173 | 175 | 94.1 | 1001 | 18.2 |
| 2013 | 343 | 164 | 179 | 94.8 | 1010 | 17.1 |
| 2012 | 341 | 164 | 177 | 94.2 | 1003 | 19.1 |
| 2011 | 349 | 178 | 171 | 92.6 | 996 | 19.1 |
| 2010 | 343 | 172 | 171 | - | 990 | 19.1 |
| 2009 | 340 | 168 | 172 | - | 993 | 19.1 |
| 2008 | 337 | 167 | 170 | - | 993 | 20.6 |
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.