Ellison Public School
C.A.R.E: Co-operative, Achieving, Responsible, Engaged
About the school
At Ellison Public School, the community prioritises providing schooling in a safe and happy environment for all students. With a commitment to a small school community, the school fosters an individual approach and a sense of belonging. Every child is valued, and their efforts are acknowledged regularly, highlighting the belief that all children are important. The school's goal is to develop motivated learners who are happy and equipped with essential skills for life.
Commitment to Excellence
The school is dedicated to academic excellence, reflecting achievements in NAPLAN and offering a range of learning opportunities across various disciplines, including sports, the arts, and technology. Individual strengths are celebrated, and students are encouraged to explore their interests in an inclusive setting.
Family and Community Engagement
Ellison Public School believes in strong connections with families and the community. This partnership nurtures a culture of care, respect, and kindness, as well as ensuring that each student receives the support they need for their growth and success.
Values and Vision
The school promotes core values of cooperation, achievement, responsibility, and engagement (C.A.R.E), which guide daily actions and interactions. These values contribute to a warm and welcoming environment, where every child can thrive academically, socially, and personally. Ellison Public School is not just an institution but a community dedicated to helping students learn, grow, and succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our school is committed to academic excellence, delivered through high-quality support for every learner. We believe in building strong connections with families and the community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Ellison Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Springwood Public School 1.9 km
- B Winmalee High School 3.2 km
- C Winmalee Public School 3.2 km
- D Springwood High School 3.3 km
- E Faulconbridge Public School 3.8 km
- F Warrimoo Public School 4.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 283 (139 girls, 144 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 283
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1051 (percentile 69)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 15% / 31% / 33% / 21%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 67
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 25 |
| Year 1 | 35 |
| Year 2 | 43 |
| Year 3 | 47 |
| Year 4 | 46 |
| Year 5 | 43 |
| Year 6 | 44 |
| 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 | 139 | 144 | - | 1051 | 18.5 |
| 2024 | 295 | 145 | 150 | 90 | 1059 | 17.4 |
| 2023 | 299 | 153 | 146 | 91.4 | 1053 | 17.4 |
| 2022 | 296 | 154 | 142 | 88.3 | 1049 | 17.1 |
| 2021 | 306 | 167 | 139 | 93.5 | 1057 | 17.1 |
| 2020 | 308 | 166 | 142 | - | 1055 | 17.1 |
| 2019 | 308 | 156 | 152 | 94.1 | 1057 | 17.1 |
| 2018 | 307 | 157 | 150 | 93.9 | 1056 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | 321 | 159 | 162 | 93.7 | 1053 | 18.2 |
| 2016 | 327 | 167 | 160 | 95.2 | 1045 | 18.1 |
| 2015 | 325 | 164 | 161 | 94.5 | 1055 | 18 |
| 2014 | 328 | 160 | 168 | 94.4 | 1051 | 17.9 |
| 2013 | 311 | 160 | 151 | 94.3 | 1053 | 17.9 |
| 2012 | 317 | 166 | 151 | 94.3 | 1073 | 17.5 |
| 2011 | 345 | 188 | 157 | 93.9 | 1076 | 18.6 |
| 2010 | 349 | 185 | 164 | - | 1082 | 18.6 |
| 2009 | 357 | 184 | 173 | - | 1143 | 18.6 |
| 2008 | 354 | 185 | 169 | - | 1143 | 18.6 |
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.