Penrith South Public School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Penrith South Public School is a welcoming and friendly educational institution that has been serving the local community for 60 years. The school actively promotes participation from the community in educational decisions and school activities, fostering a collaborative environment for growth and improvement. With a commitment to providing a well-rounded curriculum, the school creates a challenging and stimulating atmosphere where students can achieve their personal best.
Curriculum and Programs
The school is part of the John Jamison and Kingswood Learning Communities, which enhances innovation and collaboration among staff and students. There is a strong focus on student wellbeing, with programs designed to develop social and leadership skills, including effective peer support and buddy programs that promote friendships across year groups. The school’s anti-bullying policy incorporates explicit teachings on recognising and dealing with bullying, both in school and online.
The highly qualified staff deliver quality education, emphasising literacy, numeracy, and technology. Students engage in various activities, including debating, public speaking, and spelling competitions at various levels. Special enrichment programs are available for high-performing students, ensuring that all students receive appropriate support based on their learning needs.
Inclusion and Support
The school features three support classes dedicated to students with intellectual disabilities, enabling these students to participate fully in school life with the help of qualified teachers and support staff. The performing arts are also a highlight, with the school hosting a choir, dance groups, and a band that perform at various events throughout the year.
Mission
To Do and Serve. Penrith South Public School provides a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Location & Catchment Area
- Penrith South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Penrith Public School 952 m
- B Penrith High School 967 m
- C Kingswood South Public School 1.2 km
- D Jamison High School 1.3 km
- E York Public School 1.5 km
- F Kingswood High School 1.5 km
- G Jamisontown Public School 1.9 km
- H Kingswood Public School 2.4 km
- I Wadangali Public School 2.7 km
- J Surveyors Creek Public School 2.8 km
- K Glenmore Park Public School 2.8 km
- L Orchard Hills Public School 2.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 441 (204 girls, 237 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 441
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 958 (percentile 28)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 44% / 31% / 18% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 130
- Indigenous students
- 17%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 22%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 27.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 74 |
| Year 1 | 62 |
| Year 2 | 52 |
| Year 3 | 59 |
| Year 4 | 72 |
| Year 5 | 57 |
| Year 6 | 65 |
| Total | 441 |
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 | 441 | 204 | 237 | - | 958 | 27.3 |
| 2024 | 427 | 198 | 229 | 88.1 | 961 | 27.4 |
| 2023 | 443 | 209 | 234 | 89.7 | 958 | 27.4 |
| 2022 | 468 | 230 | 238 | 85.6 | 948 | 28.1 |
| 2021 | 521 | 246 | 275 | 91.2 | 952 | 31.4 |
| 2020 | 519 | 253 | 266 | - | 954 | 31.4 |
| 2019 | 523 | 251 | 272 | 91.5 | 953 | 31.4 |
| 2018 | 507 | 241 | 266 | 93.1 | 954 | 31.4 |
| 2017 | 513 | 245 | 268 | 93.8 | 960 | 30.9 |
| 2016 | 480 | 228 | 252 | 94.2 | 974 | 29.7 |
| 2015 | 428 | 202 | 226 | 93.4 | 966 | 28.3 |
| 2014 | 429 | 216 | 213 | 94.1 | 959 | 27.1 |
| 2013 | 409 | 206 | 203 | 94 | 968 | 27.7 |
| 2012 | 382 | 202 | 180 | 94.1 | 948 | 26 |
| 2011 | 368 | 194 | 174 | 94.6 | 948 | 24.7 |
| 2010 | 348 | 181 | 167 | - | 946 | 22.7 |
| 2009 | 383 | 192 | 191 | - | 964 | 24.8 |
| 2008 | 373 | 179 | 194 | - | 964 | 25.2 |
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.