About the school
Grahamstown Public School is situated in the Lakeside area of Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, and has established strong community support since its inception in 1994. The school's motto, 'Growth Pride Success', reflects its values of 'Respect, Responsibility, and Pride'. These principles are further reinforced by the school rules of Act Safely, Be Respectful, Cooperate, and Do Your Best. The school's vision states: together we grow with pride, learn for life, and strive to be the best that we can be.
With a high profile within the community, Grahamstown Public School is known for its positive and friendly environment, focusing on high-quality teaching and robust student welfare practices. The extensive extracurricular programs offered, alongside a strong emphasis on student leadership, contribute to a tradition of innovative and inclusive education.
Currently, the school accommodates around 13 classes, welcoming a diverse student body, with approximately 14% of the students identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 10% affiliated with defence force families from the nearby Williamtown Air Base. The NSW Board of Studies curriculum is enhanced by significant offerings in performing arts, sports, and student leadership.
Grahamstown Public School proudly caters to students of all backgrounds and abilities and invites parents and community members to reach out for more information on its award-winning programs and achievements.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Grahamstown Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Irrawang High School 762 m
- B Irrawang Public School 1.7 km
- C Raymond Terrace Public School 3.3 km
- D Hunter River High School 4.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 253 (117 girls, 136 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 253
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 912 (percentile 13)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 62% / 26% / 10% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 147
- Indigenous students
- 20%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 40 |
| Year 1 | 31 |
| Year 2 | 31 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 33 |
| Year 5 | 46 |
| Year 6 | 35 |
| Total | 253 |
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 | 253 | 117 | 136 | - | 912 | 20.3 |
| 2024 | 249 | 117 | 132 | 86.4 | 911 | 21.4 |
| 2023 | 300 | 144 | 156 | 87.1 | 904 | 21.2 |
| 2022 | 318 | 152 | 166 | 85.1 | 908 | 21.4 |
| 2021 | 328 | 164 | 164 | 90.5 | 910 | 20.8 |
| 2020 | 317 | 158 | 159 | - | 912 | 19.7 |
| 2019 | 310 | 162 | 148 | 92.3 | 919 | 19.7 |
| 2018 | 351 | 187 | 164 | 92.1 | 930 | 20.9 |
| 2017 | 361 | 188 | 173 | 94.3 | 929 | 20.7 |
| 2016 | 349 | 187 | 162 | 93.7 | 930 | 20.5 |
| 2015 | 338 | 185 | 153 | 94 | 925 | 20.5 |
| 2014 | 382 | 208 | 174 | 94.7 | 925 | 21.7 |
| 2013 | 418 | 217 | 201 | 94.6 | 932 | 24.9 |
| 2012 | 412 | 218 | 194 | 94.3 | 929 | 23.7 |
| 2011 | 386 | 201 | 185 | 94 | 929 | 21.6 |
| 2010 | 378 | 190 | 188 | - | 927 | 20.6 |
| 2009 | 384 | 184 | 200 | - | 948 | 21.7 |
| 2008 | 374 | 180 | 194 | - | 948 | 20.6 |
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.