About the school
Cowra Public School is proud to be the first public school established in Cowra, providing quality education to children in the local district since 1858. Emphasising a student-centred and nurturing environment, the school focuses on empowering every child, ensuring that they have 'every opportunity, every day' to reach their full potential. The school promotes a culture of self-worth, responsibility, cooperation, self-motivation, and equal opportunities for all students.
Educational Focus
Cowra Public School is committed to high standards in both literacy and numeracy, with innovative programs in place to support learning outcomes. The school operates a comprehensive Student Welfare program that includes the Positive Behaviour for Learning process, and provides specialist support services for students with unique needs, including those with hearing and sight impairments.
Curriculum and Community Involvement
The curriculum at Cowra Public School includes an innovative Kindergarten program that actively involves parents and families, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. The school offers a broad array of extracurricular activities and sporting options, including unique programs like Circus Skills. Importantly, parental and community involvement in school life is actively encouraged to enhance the educational experience for all students.
Facilities and Innovations
Recent projects, such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative and LED upgrades, have improved the learning environment, making it healthier and more conducive to student success. Cowra Public School remains dedicated to continuous improvement and maintenance of its facilities, ensuring a safe and supportive platform for students to thrive.
Mission
At Cowra Public School, we help every student to learn, grow and succeed by providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can develop the skills and knowledge they need in school and in life.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cowra Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Holman Place School 1.4 km
- B Mulyan Public School 1.5 km
- C Cowra High School 2.4 km
- D Holmwood Public School 6.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 338 (151 girls, 187 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 338
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 895 (percentile 10)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 58% / 23% / 14% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 135
- Indigenous students
- 32%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 50 |
| Year 1 | 45 |
| Year 2 | 49 |
| Year 3 | 43 |
| Year 4 | 54 |
| Year 5 | 45 |
| Year 6 | 52 |
| Total | 338 |
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 | 338 | 151 | 187 | - | 895 | 30.3 |
| 2024 | 365 | 177 | 188 | 88.7 | 911 | 32.4 |
| 2023 | 364 | 183 | 181 | 87.6 | 902 | 31.4 |
| 2022 | 394 | 198 | 196 | 84.4 | 907 | 31.3 |
| 2021 | 371 | 188 | 183 | 87.7 | 909 | 29.5 |
| 2020 | 388 | 200 | 188 | - | 912 | 29.5 |
| 2019 | 389 | 188 | 201 | 91.7 | 919 | 29.4 |
| 2018 | 379 | 187 | 192 | 92.3 | 922 | 28.2 |
| 2017 | 396 | 197 | 199 | 92.8 | 905 | 28.3 |
| 2016 | 381 | 185 | 196 | 93.4 | 920 | 27.1 |
| 2015 | 336 | 151 | 185 | 94.5 | 902 | 25.8 |
| 2014 | 327 | 158 | 169 | 94.9 | 892 | 26.6 |
| 2013 | 337 | 162 | 175 | 93.5 | 905 | 27.6 |
| 2012 | 328 | 155 | 173 | 92.4 | 900 | 26.7 |
| 2011 | 360 | 173 | 187 | 91.4 | 898 | 28.2 |
| 2010 | 373 | 179 | 194 | - | 899 | 29.1 |
| 2009 | 407 | 206 | 201 | - | 929 | 30.2 |
| 2008 | 393 | 196 | 197 | - | 929 | 30.4 |
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.