Bonshaw Public School
Together, we’re shaping the future—one student at a time.
About the school
Bonshaw Public School is a small educational institution located in a rural community on the NSW/Qld border. The school emphasises the development of each student’s understanding of fundamental skills while fostering responsibility towards themselves and their community. Students flourish in a stimulating environment that encourages personal responsibility for their learning and behaviour.
Enriching Programs
The school is well-regarded for its abundant resources and beautiful grounds, contributing to an encouraging environment. It provides a diverse array of programs that cater to various interests, including music, technology, and annual excursions to significant locations such as Canberra, Sydney, and the Gold Coast. This variety promotes a sense of discovery and passion among the students.
Community and Support
Bonshaw Public School prides itself on its family-like atmosphere. Every child is treated equally, ensuring they can learn in a safe and secure environment that characterises a small school setting. The teaching staff is comprised of qualified and compassionate individuals involved in the broader community, demonstrating a commitment to both academic and personal development.
Technology and Resources
Despite its rural location, the school is not lacking in modern technologies. It boasts resources like video conferencing, smartboards, and a multitude of updated computers, ensuring that students meet the demands of today's learning landscape within a supportive, country environment.
Mission
Bonshaw Public School staff work collaboratively with a supportive community to provide engaging, differentiated learning, in a safe, nurturing environment. The school focus is to develop excellence in literacy, numeracy and problem-solving, equipping students to become self-directed learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Bonshaw Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ashford Central School 35.4 km
- B Yetman Public School 51.4 km
- C Emmaville Central School 54.4 km
- D Jennings Public School 65.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 8 (0 girls, 8 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 951 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 53% / 20% / 23% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 150
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 1 |
| Year 3 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
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 | 8 | 0 | 8 | - | 951 | 1.6 |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | 4 | - | 877 | 1.6 |
| 2023 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 83.5 | 822 | 1.6 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 | 3 | - | 832 | 1.6 |
| 2021 | 7 | 4 | 3 | - | 896 | 1.4 |
| 2020 | 16 | 8 | 8 | - | 947 | 1.4 |
| 2019 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 88.2 | 950 | 1.4 |
| 2018 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 96 | 975 | 1.4 |
| 2017 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 92.1 | 1044 | 1.4 |
| 2016 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 94.5 | 1073 | 1.4 |
| 2015 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 97.4 | 1007 | 1.4 |
| 2014 | 10 | 3 | 7 | - | 1073 | 1.5 |
| 2013 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 94.4 | 940 | 1.5 |
| 2012 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 92 | 945 | 1.3 |
| 2011 | 21 | 8 | 13 | 93 | 839 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 16 | 7 | 9 | - | 904 | 1.8 |
| 2009 | 17 | 9 | 8 | - | 902 | 1.3 |
| 2008 | 16 | 8 | 8 | - | 902 | 1.3 |
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.