Gundagai South Public School
Gundagai South Public School is a small school with big opportunities.
About the school
Gundagai South Public School is a small, family-oriented primary school located in the picturesque Riverina Region of NSW, specifically in the township of Gundagai. The school is known for its large and expansive playground, along with well-resourced classrooms equipped with up-to-date technology, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 85 students. Education at Gundagai South is centred on the development of quality literacy and numeracy programs, ensuring a stimulating and challenging learning environment for all.
Learning Support and Programs
The school is committed to catering for diverse educational needs, employing an additional teacher for three days a week to provide specialised support, alongside four School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) who assist students in the classroom. Students benefit from a strong focus on foundational programs such as Jolly Phonics and Accelerated Literacy. Moreover, a specialist technology teacher is available for one day each week, enhancing students' learning experiences.
Extracurricular activities are a significant aspect of school life, with annual excursions, overnight camps, and coaching in sports like tennis, swimming, and dance. Gundagai South encourages students to strive for excellence in both academics and extracurricular pursuits, fostering the core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Care within a Positive Behaviour for Learning framework. This approach aims to nurture self-confidence, independence, resilience, and leadership skills among students.
Community and Involvement
The school boasts a long-standing tradition and strong community support, actively involving families in the educational journey. Educators at Gundagai South are dedicated to continuous professional development, ensuring they remain effective in their teaching practices. Overall, Gundagai South Public School is dedicated to creating an environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Mission
Gundagai South Public School, in consultation with staff, students, parents and community members, will provide quality, NSW curriculum-based teaching and learning opportunities that are personalised, differentiated and evidence-based.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gundagai South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gundagai High School 2.7 km
- B Gundagai Public School 3.2 km
- C Brungle Public School 14.6 km
- D Nangus Public School 17.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 47 (23 girls, 24 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 47
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 916 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 57% / 35% / 5% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 126
- Indigenous students
- 15%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3 |
| Year 1 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 10 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 11 |
| Total | 47 |
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 | 47 | 23 | 24 | - | 916 | 3.2 |
| 2024 | 53 | 21 | 32 | 92.6 | 922 | 4.1 |
| 2023 | 50 | 21 | 29 | 90.3 | 917 | 4.1 |
| 2022 | 45 | 20 | 25 | 90.7 | 927 | 3.7 |
| 2021 | 39 | 14 | 25 | 95.2 | 927 | 3.5 |
| 2020 | 30 | 11 | 19 | - | 916 | 3.5 |
| 2019 | 44 | 21 | 23 | 87.1 | 918 | 3.5 |
| 2018 | 56 | 27 | 29 | 91.6 | 894 | 4 |
| 2017 | 56 | 28 | 28 | 94.8 | 895 | 3.9 |
| 2016 | 57 | 30 | 27 | 94.6 | 926 | 3.9 |
| 2015 | 56 | 28 | 28 | 95.8 | 915 | 3.9 |
| 2014 | 66 | 31 | 35 | 90.7 | 910 | 4.9 |
| 2013 | 79 | 36 | 43 | 93.7 | 917 | 4.9 |
| 2012 | 85 | 39 | 46 | 93.8 | 905 | 4.8 |
| 2011 | 79 | 44 | 35 | 92.4 | 911 | 4.8 |
| 2010 | 62 | 31 | 31 | - | 930 | 3.8 |
| 2009 | 60 | 29 | 31 | - | 967 | 3.8 |
| 2008 | 58 | 30 | 28 | - | 967 | 3.9 |
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.