About the school
Vincentia Public School serves around 260 students and is located near the picturesque Jervis Bay, catering to the villages of Vincentia, Hyams Beach, Wrights Beach, Erowal Bay, and Old Erowal Bay. The school's environment is enriched by surrounding native bush, reinforcing a strong emphasis on environmental education and awareness.
The school aims to provide a supportive and nurturing atmosphere where all students can achieve their full potential. It fosters a sense of community and safety, ensuring that every child feels secure and valued. Vincentia Public School is dedicated to wellbeing programs, a diverse curriculum, robust technology integration, and professional support for staff, all while instilling pride in the care of the school and community.
The motto "Strength from Knowledge" encapsulates the school's ethos. The curriculum aligns with current learning standards across all Key Learning Areas and is designed to address the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development needs of students. High participation rates in NAPLAN testing are encouraged to reflect this commitment to academic excellence.
As part of the Bay and Basin Learning Community, Vincentia collaborates with other local schools for various competitions in sports, debating, and public speaking. An active Student Representative Council enables students to engage with their peers, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through regular physical activities and school carnivals, including swimming, cross country, and athletics. The involvement of the Parents and Citizens Association further enriches the community spirit, providing invaluable support and opportunities for social involvement.
Mission
A welcoming environment where everyone is known, valued and cared for. Our dedicated learning community is committed to achieving excellence for all.
Location & Catchment Area
- Vincentia Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Vincentia High School 781 m
- B Huskisson Public School 4.1 km
- C Sanctuary Point Public School 5.1 km
- D Tomerong Public School 7.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 251 (119 girls, 132 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 251
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1012 (percentile 52)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 30% / 29% / 26% / 15%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 82
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 30 |
| Year 1 | 42 |
| Year 2 | 35 |
| Year 3 | 35 |
| Year 4 | 28 |
| Year 5 | 45 |
| Year 6 | 36 |
| Total | 251 |
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 | 251 | 119 | 132 | - | 1012 | 17.5 |
| 2024 | 268 | 137 | 131 | 89.9 | 1033 | 20.9 |
| 2023 | 260 | 144 | 116 | 91.4 | 1014 | 20.9 |
| 2022 | 281 | 155 | 126 | 88.4 | 1021 | 20.3 |
| 2021 | 294 | 165 | 129 | 91.9 | 1014 | 20.3 |
| 2020 | 327 | 191 | 136 | - | 1021 | 20.3 |
| 2019 | 328 | 169 | 159 | 92.7 | 1012 | 20.3 |
| 2018 | 324 | 163 | 161 | 93.1 | 1012 | 20.1 |
| 2017 | 330 | 169 | 161 | 94.1 | 1014 | 21 |
| 2016 | 340 | 163 | 177 | 93.3 | 1007 | 20 |
| 2015 | 345 | 182 | 163 | 94.1 | 997 | 18.9 |
| 2014 | 354 | 194 | 160 | 92.7 | 1002 | 19 |
| 2013 | 346 | 184 | 162 | 94 | 990 | 19 |
| 2012 | 329 | 168 | 161 | 93.3 | 985 | 17.6 |
| 2011 | 334 | 165 | 169 | 92.2 | 983 | 17.5 |
| 2010 | 338 | 163 | 175 | - | 987 | 17.5 |
| 2009 | 345 | 166 | 179 | - | 994 | 16.5 |
| 2008 | 337 | 168 | 169 | - | 994 | 16.5 |
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.