St Marys South Public School
Every child is known, valued and cared for.
About the school
St Marys South Public School is dedicated to developing outstanding 21st century citizens who are creative, innovative, and critical thinkers, capable of effective communication and collaboration. The school provides high quality learning across all curriculum areas, delivered through evidence-based teaching practices by dedicated and compassionate educators within a nurturing and inclusive environment. Students are offered diverse and rich experiences that cater to their individual needs, interests, and abilities, ensuring high educational outcomes in academic, musical, creative, technological, and sporting fields.
The school has a proud tradition of representation at district, regional, and state events, including notable performances by the Recorder Group at the Sydney Opera House since 2017. Strong family, school, and community partnerships play a vital role in the school’s culture, with active participation from a Parent and Community committee and community-based initiatives provided by Mission Australia.
St Marys South Public School employs Positive Behaviour for Learning to ensure every student is supported in connecting, thriving, succeeding, and exceeding their full potential. Recognised in 2018 as excelling in learning, teaching, and leadership according to the School Excellence Framework, the school is committed to the pursuit of excellence. Every child is known, valued, and cared for, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Mission
We take pride in delivering a comprehensive and high-quality education that empowers students from Kindergarten to Year 6 to reach their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- St Marys South Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A St Marys Public School 1.4 km
- B Oxley Park Public School 1.5 km
- C Bennett Road Public School 1.5 km
- D Banks Public School 1.5 km
- E St Clair High School 1.8 km
- F Colyton High School 2.0 km
- G St Marys Senior High School 2.0 km
- H St Clair Public School 2.1 km
- I Penrith Valley School 2.2 km
- J Kurrambee School 2.3 km
- K St Marys North Public School 2.7 km
- L Clairgate Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 319 (165 girls, 154 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 319
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 945 (percentile 23)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 56% / 26% / 14% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 141
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 39%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 48 |
| Year 1 | 44 |
| Year 2 | 52 |
| Year 3 | 54 |
| Year 4 | 38 |
| Year 5 | 37 |
| Year 6 | 46 |
| Total | 319 |
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 | 319 | 165 | 154 | - | 945 | 19 |
| 2024 | 326 | 148 | 178 | 86.4 | 948 | 19.9 |
| 2023 | 340 | 163 | 177 | 86 | 953 | 19.9 |
| 2022 | 321 | 158 | 163 | 84.9 | 956 | 17.8 |
| 2021 | 306 | 159 | 147 | 90.5 | 949 | 17.5 |
| 2020 | 321 | 165 | 156 | - | 959 | 18.5 |
| 2019 | 326 | 172 | 154 | 91 | 951 | 18.5 |
| 2018 | 313 | 167 | 146 | 90.5 | 957 | 18.5 |
| 2017 | 284 | 159 | 125 | 91.5 | 941 | 17.3 |
| 2016 | 303 | 159 | 144 | 91.9 | 941 | 17.3 |
| 2015 | 320 | 178 | 142 | 93.1 | 957 | 18.5 |
| 2014 | 290 | 149 | 141 | 93.2 | 954 | 17.2 |
| 2013 | 285 | 149 | 136 | 92.9 | 951 | 16.9 |
| 2012 | 296 | 157 | 139 | 93.2 | 932 | 16.1 |
| 2011 | 269 | 135 | 134 | 93.7 | 938 | 15.4 |
| 2010 | 280 | 140 | 140 | - | 938 | 15.3 |
| 2009 | 289 | 145 | 144 | - | 929 | 16.4 |
| 2008 | 278 | 143 | 135 | - | 929 | 16.8 |
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.