About the school
North Nowra Public School is nestled in a bushland setting, providing students with a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment. The school values learning and focuses on helping students acquire the basic skills of literacy and numeracy. A major goal of the school is to ensure that every student achieves their potential. The dedicated and motivated staff design programs tailored to the specific needs of students, incorporating access to technology as a pivotal teaching and learning tool.
Music and Arts Programs
Students at North Nowra Public School can participate in various music programs, including band and choir, fostering their talents. Events like the Southern Stars Spectacular and Shoalhaven Music Festival, along with school productions, provide opportunities for students to showcase their talents through public performance.
Physical Education and Sports
The school's Physical Education Program ensures that students' physical development is supported. Through sports, students learn teamwork and develop their skills. North Nowra Public School boasts a proud record of achievements in the sporting arena.
Community Involvement
With a strong emphasis on community, the school fosters partnerships with families and local organizations, ensuring that students feel safe and connected. This collaborative approach nurtures a culture of respect and a commitment to student wellbeing, allowing every child to thrive.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our vision: At North Nowra Public School, we empower students to develop sustainable learning habits.
Location & Catchment Area
- North Nowra Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Havenlee School 86 m
- B Illaroo Road Public School 1.2 km
- C Bomaderry High School 2.7 km
- D Bomaderry Public School 3.0 km
- E Nowra Public School 3.4 km
- F Nowra High School 3.5 km
- G Nowra East Public School 4.1 km
- H Cambewarra Public School 4.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 223 (117 girls, 106 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 223
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 908 (percentile 13)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 31% / 14% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 137
- Indigenous students
- 32%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 32 |
| Year 1 | 41 |
| Year 2 | 32 |
| Year 3 | 37 |
| Year 4 | 28 |
| Year 5 | 20 |
| Year 6 | 33 |
| Total | 223 |
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 | 223 | 117 | 106 | - | 908 | 16.8 |
| 2024 | 219 | 117 | 102 | 89.9 | 907 | 16.8 |
| 2023 | 203 | 105 | 98 | 91.2 | 912 | 16.8 |
| 2022 | 190 | 107 | 83 | 86 | 901 | 16.3 |
| 2021 | 178 | 109 | 69 | 91.7 | 891 | 15.4 |
| 2020 | 183 | 106 | 77 | - | 891 | 15.5 |
| 2019 | 211 | 114 | 97 | 91.9 | 901 | 15.4 |
| 2018 | 199 | 98 | 101 | 91.8 | 910 | 15.2 |
| 2017 | 220 | 113 | 107 | 93.2 | 908 | 16.8 |
| 2016 | 219 | 106 | 113 | 93.3 | 913 | 15.4 |
| 2015 | 247 | 108 | 139 | 93.5 | 938 | 16.4 |
| 2014 | 238 | 106 | 132 | 94.2 | 932 | 16.2 |
| 2013 | 263 | 115 | 148 | 94.1 | 942 | 17.4 |
| 2012 | 264 | 121 | 143 | 93.1 | 948 | 17 |
| 2011 | 249 | 116 | 133 | 93.3 | 950 | 15.9 |
| 2010 | 235 | 114 | 121 | - | 957 | 15.9 |
| 2009 | 243 | 128 | 115 | - | 963 | 15.9 |
| 2008 | 236 | 129 | 107 | - | 963 | 13.6 |
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.