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Kelso Public School

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About the school

Kelso Public School has a long and proud history as the oldest established school in Bathurst. Its unique circular design surrounds a tranquil grassed courtyard area full of native shrubs and trees evoking the Australian bush. The school features open plan classrooms, tiered audio-visual rooms, a large multi-level library with an amphitheatre, and two expansive playing fields. Kelso Public School boasts an experienced and dedicated staff, offering a broad range of educational programs designed to meet diverse learning needs and interests. The school enjoys active and positive partnerships with families, enhancing the learning outcomes for all students.

Achievements and Programs

Kelso Public School is renowned for its achievements in performing arts and sports, alongside its student leadership programs. Additionally, it is recognised as a district leader for innovative Aboriginal education initiatives integrated into its curriculum. The school implements Positive Behaviour for Learning strategies and is a participant in the Priority Schools Program.

Community and Environment

The commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment is evident through strong partnerships with families and the wider community. Kelso Public School caters to a multicultural and diverse student population, ensuring every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day. This dedication to fostering a supportive atmosphere is reflected in the school’s approach to fulfilling individual academic and social potential, contributing to the development of responsible and successful learners.

Mission

At Kelso Public School, we are committed to educating a multicultural and diverse community within an inclusive environment. We aim to develop responsible and successful learners who demonstrate empathy and integrity.

Location & Catchment Area

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
374 (179 girls, 195 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
374
ICSEA What does this mean?
859 (percentile 5)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
67% / 24% / 8% / 1%
FOEI What does this mean?
163
Indigenous students
40%
LBOTE What does this mean?
5%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
35.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
13.4

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 47
Year 1 48
Year 2 44
Year 3 62
Year 4 50
Year 5 57
Year 6 66
Total 374

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 374 179 195 - 859 35.8
2024 368 173 195 85 858 34.6
2023 362 173 189 86.1 871 34.5
2022 347 160 187 86.7 868 31.6
2021 322 145 177 89 852 28.3
2020 287 125 162 - 850 27
2019 275 128 147 91.5 847 25.8
2018 270 120 150 91.3 855 25.8
2017 264 131 133 91.9 847 25.7
2016 257 123 134 92.4 837 25.6
2015 274 133 141 92.9 818 24.6
2014 251 121 130 93.4 816 22.8
2013 260 127 133 92.2 819 23.4
2012 255 121 134 90.7 855 23.7
2011 275 124 151 92.7 856 23.9
2010 274 117 157 - 855 24
2009 278 123 155 - 915 24
2008 283 133 150 - 915 23.7

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.

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