About the school
Grenfell Public School, established in 1867, is renowned for its commitment to delivering quality education in the small rural township of Grenfell. The school caters mainly to students from local farming families and industries, benefitting from excellent facilities and well-managed resources that support flexible curriculum delivery. With a mission of 'Achievement for All', Grenfell Public School believes in the potential of every student and strives to provide appropriate learning experiences designed to foster individual growth.
Community Engagement
The school prides itself on being an integral part of the Grenfell and Weddin community, promoting both academic excellence and community involvement. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, Grenfell Public School offers a broad range of subjects that empower students to explore their interests and develop essential skills.
Supportive Learning Environment
Grenfell Public School encourages an inclusive atmosphere where all students feel safe, respected, and valued. Their commitment to continuous improvement and strong partnerships with families ensures that students receive tailored support to meet their individual learning needs. This includes programs for high potential and gifted students, as well as those needing additional assistance.
Facilities and Resources
Recently, the school has completed projects to enhance its learning environment, such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative, which promotes healthier educational facilities. Overall, Grenfell Public School maintains a positive reputation as a vibrant educational community dedicated to individual student success and fostering a love of learning.
Mission
Grenfell Public School is with a focus on academic excellence, community engagement and student well-being, dedicated to fostering your child's full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Grenfell Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A The Henry Lawson High School 1.2 km
- B Greenethorpe Public School 24.4 km
- C Bribbaree Public School 37.0 km
- D Quandialla Public School 37.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 173 (74 girls, 99 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 173
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 965 (percentile 31)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 46% / 31% / 18% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 102
- Indigenous students
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 20 |
| Year 1 | 22 |
| Year 2 | 26 |
| Year 3 | 26 |
| Year 4 | 26 |
| Year 5 | 20 |
| Year 6 | 33 |
| Total | 173 |
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 | 173 | 74 | 99 | - | 965 | 11 |
| 2024 | 183 | 76 | 107 | 89.9 | 963 | 11 |
| 2023 | 178 | 80 | 98 | 89 | 957 | 11 |
| 2022 | 174 | 80 | 94 | 90.1 | 964 | 10.4 |
| 2021 | 164 | 78 | 86 | 93.3 | 972 | 10.4 |
| 2020 | 152 | 71 | 81 | - | 976 | 10.4 |
| 2019 | 161 | 72 | 89 | 92.5 | 969 | 10.4 |
| 2018 | 160 | 70 | 90 | 93.2 | 951 | 10.4 |
| 2017 | 194 | 89 | 105 | 94 | 960 | 11.2 |
| 2016 | 202 | 90 | 112 | 94 | 954 | 11.4 |
| 2015 | 205 | 90 | 115 | 95.2 | 967 | 11.2 |
| 2014 | 214 | 93 | 121 | 93.8 | 972 | 12.6 |
| 2013 | 217 | 100 | 117 | 94.2 | 974 | 12.5 |
| 2012 | 188 | 80 | 108 | 93.4 | 999 | 11.1 |
| 2011 | 168 | 77 | 91 | 95.1 | 995 | 9.9 |
| 2010 | 174 | 82 | 92 | - | 983 | 10.1 |
| 2009 | 163 | 81 | 82 | - | 987 | 9.8 |
| 2008 | 170 | 85 | 85 | - | 987 | 9.6 |
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.