About the school
Leonay Public School is located in the lower Blue Mountains area and is known for its close-knit community, fostering strong relationships among parents and staff to achieve excellence. The school promotes a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages collaboration, open communication, respect, and teamwork. Academic, artistic, sporting, and social excellence are core passions of the Leonay community. Students benefit from quality learning programs that include a variety of hands-on activities and engaging excursions, nurturing well-rounded individuals. The integration of modern technology helps to prepare students for progressive subjects, granting opportunities to explore new concepts while developing a sense of belonging.
The school culture emphasises ongoing recognition and celebration of achievements and adheres to its core values of being Safe, Respectful, and Learners, reinforced by a proactive Positive Behaviour for Learning Program. An inclusive culture is paramount, with collaboration among all community members. Leonay Public School is also committed to building connections with local primary and high schools, forming part of the Nepean Learning Community. The school is dedicated to ensuring every child feels welcomed, safe, and developing their passions in a nurturing educational environment that seeks to inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Mission
At Leonay Public School, we aim to create a nurturing community where every child thrives in a safe, respectful environment. We promote kindness, courage, and resilience, empowering students to face challenges with confidence. Through creativity and critical thinking, we prepare learners for a dynamic world, ensuring inclusivity and support for all. Our goal is to inspire a love for learning and guide each child toward personal success, contributing positively to society.
Location & Catchment Area
- Leonay Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Emu Plains Public School 1.2 km
- B Lapstone Public School 2.0 km
- C Regentville Public School 2.2 km
- D Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School 2.5 km
- E Glenbrook Public School 3.0 km
- F Emu Heights Public School 3.1 km
- G Blaxland East Public School 3.1 km
- H Jamisontown Public School 3.2 km
- I Glenmore Park Public School 3.5 km
- J Glenmore Park High School 3.6 km
- K Blaxland High School 4.0 km
- L Mount Riverview Public School 4.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 191 (80 girls, 111 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 191
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1049 (percentile 68)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 20% / 26% / 27% / 27%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 69
- Indigenous students
- 7%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 25 |
| Year 1 | 29 |
| Year 2 | 27 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 20 |
| Year 5 | 27 |
| Year 6 | 38 |
| Total | 191 |
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 | 191 | 80 | 111 | - | 1049 | 11.8 |
| 2024 | 191 | 82 | 109 | 91.3 | 1047 | 11.8 |
| 2023 | 212 | 93 | 119 | 92.9 | 1038 | 11.8 |
| 2022 | 208 | 94 | 114 | 91 | 1043 | 10.9 |
| 2021 | 226 | 102 | 124 | 93.9 | 1037 | 12.3 |
| 2020 | 252 | 113 | 139 | - | 1040 | 13.4 |
| 2019 | 272 | 129 | 143 | 95 | 1040 | 14.5 |
| 2018 | 268 | 124 | 144 | 95.2 | 1038 | 14.5 |
| 2017 | 256 | 115 | 141 | 95.3 | 1056 | 13.1 |
| 2016 | 236 | 103 | 133 | 94.9 | 1049 | 13 |
| 2015 | 221 | 100 | 121 | 95 | 1053 | 11.9 |
| 2014 | 203 | 90 | 113 | 94.9 | 1062 | 10.5 |
| 2013 | 203 | 94 | 109 | 95.8 | 1060 | 11.9 |
| 2012 | 204 | 95 | 109 | 95.4 | 1033 | 11.4 |
| 2011 | 217 | 104 | 113 | 95.4 | 1040 | 11.4 |
| 2010 | 212 | 106 | 106 | - | 1044 | 11.4 |
| 2009 | 230 | 113 | 117 | - | 1054 | 12.4 |
| 2008 | 219 | 110 | 109 | - | 1054 | 11.4 |
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.