About the school
Maroota Public School is a small, community-focused school located in the Hawkesbury area of NSW, offering a welcoming environment for students from diverse backgrounds. The expansive school grounds feature playing fields, a tennis court, an adventure playground, and an environmental education area, allowing for a wide range of outdoor activities. Inside, classrooms are equipped with modern technology, including computers, interactive whiteboards, iPads, and Lego robotics, supporting a quality education across all curriculum areas with an emphasis on literacy and numeracy.
Educational Approach
The school employs multi-grade classes, utilising the expertise of two full-time and two part-time teachers, which fosters a strong sense of community and tailored learning experiences. Maroota Public School engages actively in partnerships with local schools to implement programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), enhancing educational opportunities for students.
Student Support and Programs
As an accredited Active After Schools Communities school, Maroota offers year-round sporting tuition, promoting physical well-being alongside academic learning. The school participates in the Positive Behaviour for Learning program, creating a supportive and structured environment where positive behaviours are encouraged. Parental involvement is a cornerstone of the school, enhancing educational outcomes through close partnerships between families and staff. This collaborative approach ensures that every student receives individualised support, helping them not only to succeed academically but also to grow in confidence and responsibilities.
Through its commitment to excellence and a nurturing atmosphere, Maroota Public School strives to empower every student to learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Maroota Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Wisemans Ferry Public School 7.8 km
- B Brewongle Environmental Education Centre 9.9 km
- C Ebenezer Public School 13.7 km
- D Cattai Public School 14.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 31 (16 girls, 15 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 31
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 48% / 27% / 19% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 132
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Year 1 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 6 |
| Year 6 | 4 |
| Total | 31 |
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 | 31 | 16 | 15 | - | 950 | 2.7 |
| 2024 | 31 | 14 | 17 | 83.1 | 963 | 2.7 |
| 2023 | 31 | 16 | 15 | 91 | 975 | 2.7 |
| 2022 | 26 | 15 | 11 | 84.6 | 1001 | 3.2 |
| 2021 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 93.3 | 981 | 1.4 |
| 2020 | 34 | 15 | 19 | - | 978 | 2.5 |
| 2019 | 29 | 12 | 17 | 96.1 | 987 | 2.5 |
| 2018 | 31 | 11 | 20 | 94.7 | 1003 | 2.5 |
| 2017 | 31 | 15 | 16 | 94.2 | 968 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 40 | 18 | 22 | 94.5 | 977 | 2.6 |
| 2015 | 52 | 24 | 28 | 93.8 | 1002 | 3.7 |
| 2014 | 53 | 24 | 29 | 94.2 | 983 | 3.6 |
| 2013 | 50 | 26 | 24 | 94.8 | 984 | 3.6 |
| 2012 | 57 | 28 | 29 | 94.2 | 961 | 3.5 |
| 2011 | 53 | 27 | 26 | 95.1 | 967 | 3.8 |
| 2010 | 57 | 29 | 28 | - | 967 | 3.6 |
| 2009 | 65 | 29 | 36 | - | 907 | 4 |
| 2008 | 57 | 25 | 32 | - | 907 | 3.5 |
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.