Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Plumpton House School provides a supportive and inclusive educational environment for students in Years five to ten with severe behaviour problems. Established in Term two of 1998 as a government initiative to combat violence in schools, it serves as a School for Specific Purpose (SSP) designed to address the distinct academic, social, and behavioural needs of its students. With a maximum capacity of 42 students, the school caters to a diverse student population, drawing from regions including Blacktown, Fairfield, Granville, Mount Druitt, Parramatta, and Penrith.
Educational Approach
Plumpton House School focuses on tailoring education to meet the specific needs of each student. The school offers a wide range of subjects and opportunities, enabling students to learn and discover their passions. A significant emphasis is placed on transitioning students into mainstream education, TAFE, or employment as they progress through their education. Each student benefits from a personalised learning and wellbeing plan co-designed with families, ensuring they receive appropriate support and resources.
Community and Support
The school fosters a strong partnership with families and the local community, striving to create purposeful pathways that empower every student. Plumpton House School is committed to providing a safe and structured learning environment that prioritises the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of its students. The dedicated staff are trained to support students with complex learning and support needs, turning the school into a connected community where each individual can thrive academically and socially.
Mission
Purposeful Pathways. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Plumpton House School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Plumpton Public School 237 m
- B Plumpton High School 540 m
- C Hebersham Public School 1.4 km
- D Glendenning Public School 1.4 km
- E Hassall Grove Public School 1.7 km
- F Rooty Hill Public School 2.1 km
- G Chifley College Bidwill Campus 2.2 km
- H Rooty Hill High School 2.3 km
- I Bidwill Public School 2.3 km
- J Chifley College Senior Campus 2.3 km
- K Dawson Public School 2.3 km
- L William Dean Public School 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 30 (7 girls, 23 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 827 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 68% / 21% / 8% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 201
- Indigenous students
- 60%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 9 |
| Secondary ungraded | 21 |
| Total | 30 |
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 | 30 | 7 | 23 | - | 827 | 11.2 |
| 2024 | 33 | 6 | 27 | 58.3 | 854 | 11.2 |
| 2023 | 37 | 8 | 29 | 64.9 | 811 | 10.1 |
| 2022 | 38 | 6 | 32 | 54.1 | 842 | 9 |
| 2021 | 35 | 6 | 29 | 68.3 | 791 | 8.9 |
| 2020 | 37 | 4 | 33 | - | 805 | 8.8 |
| 2019 | 48 | 10 | 38 | - | - | 13.2 |
| 2018 | 48 | 11 | 37 | - | 750 | 13.2 |
| 2017 | 51 | 11 | 40 | - | - | 13.2 |
| 2016 | 55 | 9 | 46 | - | - | 12.2 |
| 2015 | 57 | 5 | 52 | - | - | 12.2 |
| 2014 | 48 | 2 | 46 | - | - | 12.2 |
| 2013 | 56 | 4 | 52 | - | - | 12.2 |
| 2012 | 36 | 0 | 36 | - | - | 7.7 |
| 2011 | 39 | 0 | 39 | - | - | 7.7 |
| 2010 | 35 | 0 | 35 | - | - | 7.7 |
| 2009 | 41 | 0 | 41 | - | 808 | 7.7 |
| 2008 | 38 | 0 | 38 | - | 808 | 7.7 |
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.