About the school
Parklea Public School is situated in a beautiful park-like environment in Glenwood, surrounded by residential areas and a large reserve and lake. The school is modern and well-resourced, dedicated to providing students with an outstanding, comprehensive education. It promotes the values of fairness, honesty, and responsibility, which are integral to the school's welfare and social development programs. Students are encouraged to be respectful learners, enjoying their time in school due to various proactive welfare initiatives including buddy classes, student leadership roles, and programs dedicated to social skills development.
The curriculum at Parklea Public School focuses on building strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging creativity and critical thinking to prepare students for the evolving demands of the world. With technology woven into daily activities, students utilise laptops and interactive whiteboards, fostering an innovative learning atmosphere. The school offers a variety of extracurricular engagement, including interschool sports, choir, band, public speaking, and more, catering to diverse interests and talent. This engagement cultivates a strong sense of self-worth and accomplishment among students.
Teaching staff at Parklea Public School are recognized for their dedication and expertise, working tirelessly to provide quality educational opportunities. The school's reputation as a community focal point is built on its commitment to being an inclusive environment that fosters positive relationships and supports lifelong learning. Parklea Public School stands as a nurturing environment for every child to flourish personally and academically.
Mission
Parklea Public School challenges and inspires every student to reach their full potential. Our vision guides us to build inclusive and trusting relationships that nurture each learner’s journey.
Location & Catchment Area
- Parklea Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Glenwood High School 832 m
- B Caddies Creek Public School 1.4 km
- C Bella Vista Public School 1.9 km
- D Quakers Hill East Public School 2.0 km
- E Kings Langley Public School 2.3 km
- F Kellyville Ridge Public School 2.5 km
- G Tallowood School 2.6 km
- H Kellyville Public School 2.7 km
- I John Palmer Public School 3.0 km
- J Barnier Public School 3.1 km
- K Lynwood Park Public School 3.3 km
- L Beaumont Hills Public School 3.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 566 (261 girls, 305 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 566
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1083 (percentile 80)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 13% / 18% / 32% / 37%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 40
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 62%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 36
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 65 |
| Year 1 | 68 |
| Year 2 | 73 |
| Year 3 | 79 |
| Year 4 | 96 |
| Year 5 | 85 |
| Year 6 | 100 |
| Total | 566 |
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 | 566 | 261 | 305 | - | 1083 | 36 |
| 2024 | 616 | 293 | 323 | 91.3 | 1086 | 39.1 |
| 2023 | 662 | 318 | 344 | 91.7 | 1085 | 39.7 |
| 2022 | 658 | 311 | 347 | 87.2 | 1080 | 40.6 |
| 2021 | 722 | 340 | 382 | 94.2 | 1079 | 43.1 |
| 2020 | 696 | 329 | 367 | - | 1076 | 41.3 |
| 2019 | 686 | 342 | 344 | 92.8 | 1075 | 40.5 |
| 2018 | 677 | 345 | 332 | 92.2 | 1066 | 40.2 |
| 2017 | 702 | 349 | 353 | 94.8 | 1063 | 38.5 |
| 2016 | 725 | 368 | 357 | 94.3 | 1057 | 38 |
| 2015 | 711 | 373 | 338 | 94.3 | 1057 | 38.8 |
| 2014 | 708 | 359 | 349 | 95 | 1058 | 37.4 |
| 2013 | 730 | 363 | 367 | 95.1 | 1058 | 38.7 |
| 2012 | 696 | 342 | 354 | 93.7 | 1058 | 37 |
| 2011 | 670 | 325 | 345 | 94.2 | 1054 | 36.5 |
| 2010 | 684 | 338 | 346 | - | 1050 | 36.3 |
| 2009 | 671 | 335 | 336 | - | 1087 | 33.2 |
| 2008 | 640 | 305 | 335 | - | 1087 | 32.3 |
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.