About the school
Tanilba Bay Public School is situated on the western edge of Port Stephens. Established in 1982, it has evolved into a community school, with many parents having once attended themselves. The school is dedicated to providing a safe, caring, and self-disciplined learning environment that is equitable for all students. It strives to maintain a school culture that is tolerant, innovative, and collaborative, laying strong learning foundations focused on literacy, numeracy, and technological familiarity.
Commitment to Excellence
The staff at Tanilba Bay Public School are committed to implementing quality assessment and reporting processes. Parent involvement and participation in both classroom and extracurricular activities are highly valued, fostering a strong community presence. The school prioritises continuous improvement, regularly reviewing practices to enhance academic and social outcomes for students.
Student Wellbeing and Academic Success
Special emphasis is placed on student wellbeing, with programs designed to enhance happiness and self-confidence. These initiatives promote positive social skills through effective communication, empathy, and cooperation. Academic growth is pursued through evidence-based instruction and personalised learning opportunities, ensuring each child develops a robust foundation in reading, writing, and maths while cultivating critical thinking skills.
Tanilba Bay Public School actively collaborates with local organisations to enrich learning experiences and establish strong community connections. This engagement provides students with a broad range of resources and real-world opportunities, inviting them to explore their interests and develop resilience.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Tanilba Bay Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Bobs Farm Public School 4.1 km
- B Soldiers Point Public School 6.0 km
- C Karuah Public School 9.2 km
- D Anna Bay Public School 9.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 354 (171 girls, 183 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 354
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 901 (percentile 11)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 60% / 26% / 10% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 139
- Indigenous students
- 29%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 47 |
| Year 1 | 61 |
| Year 2 | 51 |
| Year 3 | 53 |
| Year 4 | 48 |
| Year 5 | 54 |
| Year 6 | 40 |
| Total | 354 |
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 | 354 | 171 | 183 | - | 901 | 21.4 |
| 2024 | 379 | 188 | 191 | 87.2 | 913 | 22.4 |
| 2023 | 384 | 202 | 182 | 87.6 | 916 | 23.6 |
| 2022 | 408 | 211 | 197 | 83.6 | 912 | 24.3 |
| 2021 | 431 | 233 | 198 | 89.4 | 921 | 24.6 |
| 2020 | 475 | 244 | 231 | - | 921 | 25.7 |
| 2019 | 515 | 243 | 272 | 90.7 | 928 | 29 |
| 2018 | 577 | 276 | 301 | 93.2 | 934 | 31.3 |
| 2017 | 592 | 280 | 312 | 91.1 | 939 | 30.2 |
| 2016 | 581 | 265 | 316 | 94.1 | 946 | 29.8 |
| 2015 | 545 | 251 | 294 | 92.7 | 949 | 28.8 |
| 2014 | 518 | 232 | 286 | 93.5 | 959 | 28.1 |
| 2013 | 494 | 223 | 271 | 93.2 | 952 | 27.1 |
| 2012 | 474 | 222 | 252 | 93.3 | 939 | 24.7 |
| 2011 | 447 | 207 | 240 | 92 | 935 | 22 |
| 2010 | 439 | 207 | 232 | - | 933 | 22.3 |
| 2009 | 431 | 205 | 226 | - | 954 | 22.2 |
| 2008 | 461 | 215 | 246 | - | 954 | 24.7 |
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.