About the school
Lapstone Public School is an innovative and vibrant small school located in the lower Blue Mountains. It is dedicated to fostering student potential through a balanced, challenging, and enjoyable education. The school emphasises the development of choral and instrumental music, and it is recognised as a leader in sustainable environmental practices. Teachers at Lapstone Public School are committed to creating an attractive learning environment that promotes respect, responsibility, safety, and learning.
Curriculum and Support
Classwork is designed to cater to a diverse range of abilities and learning styles, with programs structured across the six key learning areas. The curriculum is enriched by learning support initiatives, projects for gifted and talented students, and German language classes, as well as a comprehensive technology curriculum. In addition, the school offers a variety of sporting programs, religious education, and a strong student welfare program that fosters a sense of belonging among all children.
Community Engagement
Lapstone Public School prides itself on its experienced and enthusiastic staff who are dedicated to providing students with the best possible education and support. The school serves as a welcoming community for students from various backgrounds, ensuring every child feels safe, included, and empowered to learn. By fostering curiosity, creativity, and resilience, the school encourages each student to explore their strengths and develop a love for learning.
Mission
At Lapstone Public School we are empowered to be collaborative, curious, risk-taking learners with high expectations which promotes the school motto of, 'Achieve and Explore'.
Location & Catchment Area
- Lapstone Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Glenbrook Public School 1.4 km
- B Leonay Public School 2.0 km
- C Blaxland East Public School 2.9 km
- D Blaxland High School 2.9 km
- E Emu Plains Public School 3.1 km
- F Regentville Public School 3.5 km
- G Emu Heights Public School 4.3 km
- H Glenmore Park High School 4.4 km
- I Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School 4.4 km
- J Blaxland Public School 4.7 km
- K Mount Riverview Public School 4.7 km
- L Glenmore Park Public School 4.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 158 (89 girls, 69 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 158
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1113 (percentile 87)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 20% / 31% / 44%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 32
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 12%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 24 |
| Year 1 | 18 |
| Year 2 | 30 |
| Year 3 | 21 |
| Year 4 | 30 |
| Year 5 | 20 |
| Year 6 | 15 |
| Total | 158 |
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 | 158 | 89 | 69 | - | 1113 | 10.4 |
| 2024 | 168 | 87 | 81 | 92 | 1089 | 10.4 |
| 2023 | 180 | 93 | 87 | 92.4 | 1114 | 11.5 |
| 2022 | 199 | 100 | 99 | 91.2 | 1108 | 10.9 |
| 2021 | 222 | 112 | 110 | 94.2 | 1126 | 12.3 |
| 2020 | 222 | 112 | 110 | - | 1131 | 12.3 |
| 2019 | 246 | 125 | 121 | 93.9 | 1130 | 13.3 |
| 2018 | 243 | 127 | 116 | 95.2 | 1112 | 13.3 |
| 2017 | 251 | 137 | 114 | 96 | 1126 | 13 |
| 2016 | 254 | 131 | 123 | 95 | 1129 | 14.1 |
| 2015 | 250 | 125 | 125 | 94.9 | 1126 | 12.8 |
| 2014 | 238 | 118 | 120 | 95.7 | 1118 | 12.8 |
| 2013 | 235 | 119 | 116 | 95.1 | 1123 | 12.8 |
| 2012 | 214 | 104 | 110 | 95.2 | 1113 | 11.4 |
| 2011 | 217 | 103 | 114 | 95.5 | 1125 | 11.4 |
| 2010 | 209 | 106 | 103 | - | 1130 | 11.4 |
| 2009 | 205 | 105 | 100 | - | 1165 | 10 |
| 2008 | 191 | 106 | 85 | - | 1165 | 10 |
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.