Cooerwull Public School
Safe, Respectful, Responsible Learners
About the school
Cooerwull Public School is located in the township of Lithgow and caters to a diverse student population of 428, consisting of 16 mainstream classes, 1 Autism Class, and 1 Multi-Categorical Class. The school proudly embraces its rich history, having celebrated 150 years of public education in 2017 and maintains strong ties with the community, evidenced by its involvement in programs such as state choral and recorder festivals, debating, and sports.
Community Engagement
The school emphasises the importance of active parental involvement in education, allowing families to engage in various school activities. Authentic partnerships with parents and caregivers are a core focus, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing student well-being and learning outcomes.
Student Leadership and Inclusion
Student leadership is a valued aspect at Cooerwull Public School, where students contribute to decisions about their learning and extracurricular engagements. The inclusion of 18% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and 8% of students for whom English is an additional language, highlights the school's commitment to diversity and community collaboration.
Educational Support
Cooerwull Public School prioritises quality teaching alongside tailored learning support strategies that assist students in connecting, succeeding, and thriving in their educational journey. There is a strong emphasis on a whole-school approach to student well-being, ensuring all learners have the necessary tools to achieve their potential. The school actively fosters a community where every child feels safe, respected, and included from their first day.
Mission
At Cooerwull Public School our core values are to be safe, respectful, responsible learners. Our school community is built on honesty and acceptance, promoting manners, kindness and trust. Our mission is to develop students’ integrity, resilience and cooperation in a positive learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cooerwull Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Lithgow Public School 1.7 km
- B Lithgow High School 2.3 km
- C Zig Zag Public School 4.3 km
- D Wallerawang Public School 10.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 258 (130 girls, 128 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 258
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 906 (percentile 12)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 55% / 27% / 13% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 137
- Indigenous students
- 31%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 36 |
| Year 1 | 30 |
| Year 2 | 34 |
| Year 3 | 44 |
| Year 4 | 40 |
| Year 5 | 30 |
| Year 6 | 44 |
| Total | 258 |
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 | 258 | 130 | 128 | - | 906 | 20 |
| 2024 | 296 | 156 | 140 | 88 | 913 | 28.8 |
| 2023 | 334 | 172 | 162 | 89.5 | 918 | 28.9 |
| 2022 | 383 | 193 | 190 | 87.9 | 922 | 28.7 |
| 2021 | 383 | 190 | 193 | 89.8 | 921 | 28.1 |
| 2020 | 407 | 197 | 210 | - | 925 | 27 |
| 2019 | 423 | 199 | 224 | 91.5 | 919 | 25.9 |
| 2018 | 405 | 188 | 217 | 92.1 | 909 | 23.7 |
| 2017 | 355 | 171 | 184 | 92.6 | 921 | 20.8 |
| 2016 | 328 | 155 | 173 | 94 | 903 | 19.6 |
| 2015 | 300 | 146 | 154 | 93.8 | 905 | 17.1 |
| 2014 | 302 | 142 | 160 | 93.6 | 926 | 17 |
| 2013 | 276 | 129 | 147 | 92.9 | 948 | 17 |
| 2012 | 290 | 136 | 154 | 93.7 | 938 | 18 |
| 2011 | 322 | 151 | 171 | 92.3 | 926 | 19.2 |
| 2010 | 335 | 150 | 185 | - | 922 | 19.2 |
| 2009 | 358 | 160 | 198 | - | 976 | 20.5 |
| 2008 | 377 | 170 | 207 | - | 976 | 20.4 |
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.