About the school
Wadangali Public School is a comprehensive primary school located in Penrith, serving students from Preschool to Year 6. With an enrolment of around 200 students, the school prides itself on being a friendly and inclusive community where every child can learn, grow, and succeed. The school is situated on Darug land and has a diverse student body, with approximately 48.6% of students identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and a significant number coming from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Educational Focus
Wadangali Public School places a strong emphasis on explicit and differentiated teaching methods, particularly in literacy and numeracy. The teaching staff, which includes both experienced and early career teachers, is committed to continuous professional development to enhance the quality of education. The school offers a wide array of subjects and programs, empowering students to explore their interests and build essential skills.
Community Engagement
The school values strong relationships with families and community partners, working closely with organisations such as the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group and the Smith Family. These partnerships are crucial for providing tailored support to students and their families, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met.
Extracurricular Activities
Students at Wadangali are encouraged to participate in various extracurricular activities, including sport, music, and environmental groups. The emphasis on student leadership fosters a sense of community and engagement within the school.
Wadangali Public School is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all students, working tirelessly to ensure their personal and academic success.
Mission
At Wadangali Public School we strive to work together to inspire successful and engaged learners for life.
Location & Catchment Area
- Wadangali Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cambridge Gardens Public School 1.1 km
- B Cambridge Park Public School 1.5 km
- C Penrith Public School 1.8 km
- D Penrith High School 1.8 km
- E Braddock Public School 2.1 km
- F Cranebrook High School 2.2 km
- G Jordan Springs Public School 2.3 km
- H Cambridge Park High School 2.3 km
- I Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre 2.7 km
- J Penrith South Public School 2.7 km
- K Kingswood Public School 3.1 km
- L Samuel Terry Public School 3.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 166 (70 girls, 96 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 166
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 810 (percentile 3)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 77% / 13% / 7% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 177
- Indigenous students
- 48%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 25 |
| Year 1 | 19 |
| Year 2 | 20 |
| Year 3 | 27 |
| Year 4 | 31 |
| Year 5 | 21 |
| Year 6 | 23 |
| Total | 166 |
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 | 166 | 70 | 96 | - | 810 | 13.7 |
| 2024 | 152 | 61 | 91 | 88.9 | 857 | 11.4 |
| 2023 | 155 | 65 | 90 | 86.3 | 848 | 12.5 |
| 2022 | 165 | 75 | 90 | 80.6 | 832 | 12.4 |
| 2021 | 151 | 66 | 85 | 89.8 | 833 | 10.4 |
| 2020 | 141 | 59 | 82 | - | 837 | 10.4 |
| 2019 | 135 | 67 | 68 | 89.9 | 824 | 9.1 |
| 2018 | 142 | 71 | 71 | 89.5 | 812 | 10.4 |
| 2017 | 142 | 69 | 73 | 90.5 | 801 | 9.9 |
| 2016 | 145 | 75 | 70 | 92.3 | 824 | 10.2 |
| 2015 | 132 | 69 | 63 | 88.5 | 839 | 8.6 |
| 2014 | 139 | 72 | 67 | 91.6 | 829 | 8.9 |
| 2013 | 116 | 57 | 59 | 92.7 | 885 | 7.8 |
| 2012 | 120 | 46 | 74 | 89.1 | 883 | 10.2 |
| 2011 | 135 | 55 | 80 | 93 | 898 | 11.2 |
| 2010 | 139 | 59 | 80 | - | 907 | 11.5 |
| 2009 | 142 | 59 | 83 | - | 878 | 11.5 |
| 2008 | 119 | 53 | 66 | - | 878 | 8.9 |
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.