Newcastle Junior School
Potential. Determination. Achievement
Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Newcastle Junior School is a dedicated educational institution located in Hillsborough, catering to students with intellectual disabilities and complex needs from Pre-school to Year 4. It is part of the Newcastle School community, which also includes Newcastle Middle School and Newcastle Senior School, supporting a seamless transition from early childhood through to Year 12.
Individualised Learning Approach
The school employs a strengths-based approach, developing highly individualised learning plans in collaboration with families. This ensures that each student receives tailored support to succeed in their educational journey. The focus is not only on academic success but also on enhancing the overall quality of life for every child.
Supportive Environment
Newcastle Junior School prides itself on being inclusive, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and ensuring every child feels safe and valued. The school's 32 permanent teaching staff, alongside 28 learning support officers, are dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment that encourages growth and participation.
Community Engagement
The institution places a strong emphasis on partnerships with families and community support agencies. This cooperative approach enables the discovery and development of each child's potential. The school also participates in significant educational initiatives across NSW, including the LED Lighting Upgrade Program and routine maintenance to ensure a safe and modern learning environment.
Newcastle Junior School stands out for its commitment to creating lifelong opportunities for its students through innovative teaching practices, high-quality education, and a strong sense of community.
Mission
At Newcastle Junior School (NJS), We strive to build the foundations for learning and life in an inclusive and safe environment where students can thrive. Working in partnerships with families, NJS uses a strengths-based approach to provide highly individualised learning for students with a disability, Pre K to Year 4.
Location & Catchment Area
- Newcastle Junior School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Hillsborough Public School 125 m
- B Charlestown South Public School 1.2 km
- C Garden Suburb Public School 1.2 km
- D Cardiff High School 1.2 km
- E Cardiff South Public School 1.5 km
- F Charlestown Public School 1.8 km
- G Lakeside School 1.8 km
- H Kotara South Public School 1.9 km
- I Mount Hutton Public School 2.3 km
- J Cardiff Public School 2.6 km
- K Kotara School 2.6 km
- L Warners Bay High School 2.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 63 (20 girls, 43 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 63
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 940 (percentile 21)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 25% / 12% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 143
- Indigenous students
- 22%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 26%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 63 |
| Total | 63 |
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 | 63 | 20 | 43 | - | 940 | 14.3 |
| 2024 | 62 | 17 | 45 | 79.5 | 947 | 14 |
| 2023 | 54 | 17 | 37 | 78.9 | 968 | 12.7 |
| 2022 | 49 | 14 | 35 | 81.3 | 981 | 12.4 |
| 2021 | 53 | 16 | 37 | 85.3 | 961 | 13.8 |
| 2020 | 56 | 13 | 43 | - | 958 | 13.8 |
| 2019 | 63 | 13 | 50 | - | 952 | 13.8 |
| 2018 | 60 | 12 | 48 | - | 952 | 13.8 |
| 2017 | 59 | 14 | 45 | - | - | 12.6 |
| 2016 | 58 | 12 | 46 | - | - | 11.2 |
| 2015 | 65 | 14 | 51 | - | - | 13.4 |
| 2014 | 66 | 14 | 52 | - | - | 13.4 |
| 2013 | 69 | 13 | 56 | - | - | 14.5 |
| 2012 | 78 | 16 | 62 | - | - | 14.6 |
| 2011 | 77 | 13 | 64 | - | - | 14.6 |
| 2010 | 72 | 12 | 60 | - | - | 12.3 |
| 2009 | 64 | 16 | 48 | - | 1000 | 12.3 |
| 2008 | 52 | 14 | 38 | - | 1000 | 9.9 |
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.