Bligh Park Public School

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About the school

Bligh Park Public School provides a positive environment where children can feel safe, respected, and responsible as learners. The school embraces the belief that all students can learn, with a recognition of the diverse ways in which they achieve. To support this, a variety of teaching strategies, including differentiated curriculum, technology integration, and the use of thinking tools, are employed to cater to all learning styles.

Community Engagement and Culture

With a strong collaborative culture, Bligh Park Public School encourages a whole-school philosophy where teachers share ownership of decision-making, planning, teaching, and student welfare. This collaborative spirit is evident in the performing school band, school dance groups, and a firm emphasis on environmental education. The school not only serves as an educational institution but also as a community hub, fostering strong parental involvement and support.

Comprehensive Education

The school offers a comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The curriculum is designed to empower students by providing a wide range of subjects and opportunities to discover their passions. Under the guidance of dedicated staff, students are supported in their learning journey, ensuring that every child's unique learning needs are met. Extra-curricular programs enrich student life and foster personal growth beyond the classroom.

Located at 64 Alexander Street, Bligh Park, the school is easily accessible and prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students from various backgrounds. Bligh Park Public School actively strives for excellence in academics, student welfare, and community involvement.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Bligh Park Public School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
283 (120 girls, 163 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
283
ICSEA What does this mean?
933 (percentile 19)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
56% / 28% / 13% / 4%
Indigenous students
18%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
24.4
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
9.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 25
Year 1 35
Year 2 49
Year 3 44
Year 4 46
Year 5 35
Year 6 49
Total 283

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 283 120 163 - 933 24.4
2024 301 128 173 90 940 25.2
2023 322 140 182 89.1 933 24.3
2022 317 137 180 87.4 928 24.4
2021 320 135 185 90.3 921 22.6
2020 296 126 170 - 923 21.4
2019 328 130 198 91.4 914 22.6
2018 301 127 174 92.3 933 20.3
2017 310 146 164 92.1 931 21.4
2016 317 147 170 92.9 930 21.2
2015 331 153 178 92.5 935 22.2
2014 361 163 198 93 940 22.9
2013 381 168 213 93.4 945 23
2012 395 187 208 91.9 957 24.2
2011 396 192 204 94.9 960 24.2
2010 390 191 199 - 967 24.3
2009 430 213 217 - 973 25.5
2008 431 209 222 - 973 26.6

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.

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