About the school
Quambone Public School provides a caring and supportive environment, where children are encouraged to develop positive skills, knowledge, and attitudes. The school strives to help all students attain their potential as thoughtful individuals and effective members of society, fostering academic achievement based on their unique abilities and interests.
Educational Approach
Located in a rural setting near the Macquarie Marshes, Quambone Public School is a small school that caters to individual student needs through tailored educational programs. Its facilities include four buildings that house classrooms, a library, and a staffroom, providing a supportive atmosphere conducive to learning. Additionally, the school emphasizes arts education, offering numerous opportunities for students to showcase their talents within the community.
Community and Values
Quambone Public School fosters a close-knit community that values diversity and inclusivity, serving students from various backgrounds and cultures. The school is dedicated to creating a safe and engaging learning environment, where every student feels valued and inspired. Programs aim to empower students to develop skills, discover their passions, and become lifelong learners, equipped to face future challenges.
With a strong commitment to quality education, Quambone Public School encourages growth both academically and socially, ensuring each child has the support needed to succeed.
Mission
At Quambone Public School, we are a close-knit community dedicated to supporting every student to strive for success. We provide a caring and inclusive environment where all learners are encouraged to reach their full potential, develop resilience, and become confident, lifelong learners ready to embrace future challenges.
Location & Catchment Area
- Quambone Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Marra Creek Public School 47.8 km
- B Coonamble Public School 49.2 km
- C Coonamble High School 49.6 km
- D Carinda Public School 55.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 8 (4 girls, 4 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 826 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 75% / 25% / 0% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 117
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 2 |
| Total | 8 |
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 | 8 | 4 | 4 | - | 826 | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 89.8 | 828 | 1.5 |
| 2023 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 91.1 | 841 | 1.5 |
| 2022 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 79.9 | 832 | 1.6 |
| 2021 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 82.3 | 833 | 1.4 |
| 2020 | 12 | 5 | 7 | - | 785 | 1.4 |
| 2019 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 94.1 | 815 | 1.4 |
| 2018 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 89.1 | 823 | 1.4 |
| 2017 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 87 | 804 | 1.4 |
| 2016 | 21 | 13 | 8 | 94 | 831 | 1.7 |
| 2015 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 92.1 | 830 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 24 | 11 | 13 | 94.8 | 857 | 1.7 |
| 2013 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 93.7 | 922 | 1.9 |
| 2012 | 24 | 11 | 13 | 90.8 | 973 | 1.9 |
| 2011 | 23 | 9 | 14 | 89.8 | 874 | 1.8 |
| 2010 | 21 | 9 | 12 | - | 836 | 2.4 |
| 2009 | 25 | 12 | 13 | - | 896 | 2.4 |
| 2008 | 21 | 12 | 9 | - | 896 | 2.4 |
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.