About the school
Trunkey Public School is a small rural school located in Trunkey Creek, delivering a comprehensive education within a friendly, caring, and vibrant environment. The school takes pride in its diverse academic, musical, artistic, and sporting achievements, encapsulated in its motto, 'Our Best Always', which reflects its commitment to excellence as it strives to be 'the key to your child's success'.
Educational Philosophy
The school is dedicated to providing quality education for all students, focusing on the foundational skills of Literacy and Numeracy while offering a wide array of programs taught by specialist teachers. This broad curriculum is designed to ensure that all students experience success and personal growth in their learning journeys.
Community and Staff
Trunkey Public School boasts a highly qualified and dedicated staff, alongside an enthusiastic parent body, committed to fostering a supportive school community. The strong partnership among staff, students, and parents promotes mutual respect and cooperation, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Student Support
The school warmly welcomes all students and aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where each child feels safe and valued. Teachers work closely with students and their families, co-designing learning plans to suit individual needs and interests. This tailored approach ensures every child thrives in their educational pursuits, preparing them for future endeavours in high school and beyond.
In summary, Trunkey Public School is not just an educational institution; it is a nurturing community that prioritises each student's success, supports their learning, and celebrates their achievements.
Mission
Excellence | Equity | Opportunity We are committed to ensuring all students are confident, creative and successful learners. Our school promotes excellence and equity. We ensure learning is meaningful and a wide variety of opportunities available to all students, K-6.
Location & Catchment Area
- Trunkey Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Neville Public School 15.7 km
- B Rockley Public School 25.9 km
- C Carcoar Public School 28.4 km
- D Lyndhurst Public School 30.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 14 (6 girls, 8 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 980 (percentile 37)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 59% / 23% / 6% / 13%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 122
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 1 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 4 |
| Total | 14 |
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 | 14 | 6 | 8 | - | 980 | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 97.4 | 981 | 1.5 |
| 2023 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 94.9 | 929 | 1.5 |
| 2022 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 88 | 940 | 1.5 |
| 2021 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 91.9 | 957 | 1.3 |
| 2020 | 13 | 7 | 6 | - | 1023 | 1.3 |
| 2019 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 92.5 | 1033 | 1.3 |
| 2018 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 95.4 | 1041 | 1.3 |
| 2017 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 91.4 | 1020 | 1.3 |
| 2016 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 90.1 | 1036 | 1.3 |
| 2015 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 92.9 | 1057 | 1.3 |
| 2014 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 90.8 | 1054 | 1.3 |
| 2013 | 18 | 7 | 11 | 93.8 | 1083 | 1.3 |
| 2012 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 96 | 1018 | 1.2 |
| 2011 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 92.8 | 1018 | 1.2 |
| 2010 | 14 | 7 | 7 | - | 1008 | 1.2 |
| 2009 | 8 | 5 | 3 | - | 1038 | 1.2 |
| 2008 | 6 | 4 | 2 | - | 1038 | 1.3 |
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.