Blaxland East Public School
Nurturing children and achieving excellence in teaching, learning and performing.
About the school
Blaxland East Public School provides a quality education for children in the Lower Blue Mountains, NSW. Set amid attractive native gardens, the school prides itself on closely collaborating with the local community. Benefiting from strong support from local businesses and parents, the school fosters an environment that respects individual differences and encourages initiative. Its aim is to fulfil the potential of each student through a relevant, challenging, and enjoyable education.
Educational Programs
The school hosts an Opportunity Class for gifted and talented students while striving to meet the individual learning needs of all pupils. With a dedicated and highly qualified staff, Blaxland East creates a dynamic learning environment that nurtures student ambitions. Music, dance, art, and debating are key components of its enrichment and extension programs, including opportunities for academic, cultural, and social development.
Community and Support
Blaxland East is home to numerous peer support programs that build confidence and social skills, while promoting leadership and social responsibility. The experienced staff consistently aim to create an environment that is safe and supportive. The school's facilities include recently refurbished classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, a well-resourced library, and well-maintained playing fields designed for both active and passive recreation.
Achievements
Students at Blaxland East Public School regularly achieve academic results equal to or surpassing the best in the region, reflecting the success of its comprehensive literacy and numeracy programs. The school is committed to nurturing children and achieving excellence in teaching, learning, and performing.
Mission
Blaxland East Public School is committed to the nurture of children and the achievement of excellence in teaching, learning and performing.
Location & Catchment Area
- Blaxland East Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Blaxland High School 1.6 km
- B Mount Riverview Public School 2.1 km
- C Glenbrook Public School 2.2 km
- D Blaxland Public School 2.2 km
- E Emu Heights Public School 2.6 km
- F Lapstone Public School 2.9 km
- G Warrimoo Public School 3.0 km
- H Leonay Public School 3.1 km
- I Emu Plains Public School 3.3 km
- J Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School 4.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 379 (194 girls, 185 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 379
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1068 (percentile 75)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 13% / 22% / 35% / 31%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 49
- Indigenous students
- 9%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 12%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 25.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 51 |
| Year 1 | 54 |
| Year 2 | 45 |
| Year 3 | 42 |
| Year 4 | 65 |
| Year 5 | 67 |
| Year 6 | 55 |
| Total | 379 |
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 | 379 | 194 | 185 | - | 1068 | 25.5 |
| 2024 | 389 | 196 | 193 | 90.7 | 1074 | 24.6 |
| 2023 | 411 | 202 | 209 | 91.9 | 1060 | 25.7 |
| 2022 | 418 | 215 | 203 | 88.2 | 1078 | 25.1 |
| 2021 | 430 | 228 | 202 | 93.5 | 1077 | 26.7 |
| 2020 | 430 | 219 | 211 | - | 1078 | 26.6 |
| 2019 | 427 | 212 | 215 | 93.5 | 1069 | 26.5 |
| 2018 | 408 | 202 | 206 | 94 | 1060 | 25.1 |
| 2017 | 409 | 204 | 205 | 94.9 | 1077 | 23.7 |
| 2016 | 380 | 197 | 183 | 94.9 | 1067 | 22.3 |
| 2015 | 393 | 211 | 182 | 95.2 | 1085 | 22.2 |
| 2014 | 400 | 198 | 202 | 95.7 | 1078 | 23.2 |
| 2013 | 404 | 191 | 213 | 95.2 | 1090 | 24.2 |
| 2012 | 376 | 171 | 205 | 95.7 | 1082 | 22.9 |
| 2011 | 369 | 158 | 211 | 96 | 1080 | 21.8 |
| 2010 | 336 | 142 | 194 | - | 1078 | 20.7 |
| 2009 | 338 | 141 | 197 | - | 1128 | 20.8 |
| 2008 | 341 | 139 | 202 | - | 1128 | 21.9 |
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.