About the school
Mount Druitt Public School (MDPS) is a vibrant and inclusive school located in the heart of Mount Druitt. Catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6, the school prides itself on fostering strong partnerships with families and the broader community. This collaborative approach underscores the belief that learning is a shared responsibility, involving not just students and teachers, but also parents and caregivers.
Community Engagement
MDPS actively encourages parental involvement in school decisions, thereby creating a more inclusive learning environment. By maintaining open lines of communication between classrooms and homes, the school has established common expectations that benefit everyone in its community. This engagement enriches the educational experience, making learning a collective journey rather than an isolated activity.
Learning Environment
The school utilises modern technology and shares facilities with local community schools, which contribute to a supportive learning atmosphere. It also employs a negotiated approach to behaviour management, ensuring all students feel safe and encouraged to learn. MDPS focuses on development tailored to community needs, rather than standard metrics of academic performance.
Commitment to Diversity
Mount Druitt Public School embraces a multicultural and diverse environment, ensuring that every student feels safe and included. The school offers a high-quality education while celebrating the unique backgrounds of its students. With dedicated staff, MDPS supports students and their families, nurturing their educational journey and fostering a sense of belonging in the community.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Mount Druitt Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Halinda School 747 m
- B Madang Avenue Public School 838 m
- C Whalan Public School 1.3 km
- D Colyton Public School 1.5 km
- E Chifley College Senior Campus 1.7 km
- F Colyton High School 2.1 km
- G Dawson Public School 2.1 km
- H Chifley College Mount Druitt Campus 2.1 km
- I Hebersham Public School 2.2 km
- J Emerton Public School 2.2 km
- K Oxley Park Public School 2.3 km
- L Rooty Hill High School 2.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 565 (282 girls, 283 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 565
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 961 (percentile 29)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 47% / 28% / 19% / 7%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 127
- Indigenous students
- 6%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 82%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 46.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 89 |
| Year 1 | 97 |
| Year 2 | 77 |
| Year 3 | 91 |
| Year 4 | 77 |
| Year 5 | 66 |
| Year 6 | 68 |
| Total | 565 |
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 | 565 | 282 | 283 | - | 961 | 46.6 |
| 2024 | 556 | 281 | 275 | 85.5 | 962 | 45.4 |
| 2023 | 493 | 251 | 242 | 88.7 | 966 | 39.3 |
| 2022 | 499 | 253 | 246 | 85.6 | 954 | 39.1 |
| 2021 | 469 | 233 | 236 | 91.1 | 945 | 38.5 |
| 2020 | 523 | 264 | 259 | - | 948 | 38.7 |
| 2019 | 557 | 277 | 280 | 92.5 | 941 | 38.8 |
| 2018 | 546 | 267 | 279 | 92.1 | 942 | 39.3 |
| 2017 | 540 | 261 | 279 | 92.3 | 943 | 38.5 |
| 2016 | 560 | 271 | 289 | 92.5 | 957 | 38.6 |
| 2015 | 517 | 247 | 270 | 92.8 | 957 | 36.4 |
| 2014 | 541 | 260 | 281 | 93 | 949 | 36.1 |
| 2013 | 511 | 256 | 255 | 93.3 | 965 | 34.8 |
| 2012 | 499 | 250 | 249 | 92.4 | 996 | 34.7 |
| 2011 | 512 | 256 | 256 | 92.6 | 980 | 33.6 |
| 2010 | 483 | 230 | 253 | - | 986 | 32.7 |
| 2009 | 453 | 225 | 228 | - | 941 | 31.8 |
| 2008 | 461 | 230 | 231 | - | 941 | 30.6 |
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.