Henty Public School
Achievement for all in a safe and respectful environment.
About the school
At Henty Public School, the goal is to provide innovative teaching and learning programs that engage and challenge students to achieve excellence. With an enrolment of 118 students, including 11% Aboriginal students, the school is situated midway between Albury and Wagga Wagga in the southern Riverina, offering a safe and nurturing learning environment that fosters respect, understanding, and responsibility.
Learning Environment
The school is characterised by a high-quality teaching and learning environment, supported by experienced and committed staff. Henty Public School prides itself on having a strong emphasis on achievement, particularly in literacy and numeracy, as well as innovative information and communication technologies and a focus on music. Henty is also an active participant in the Local Schools, Local Decisions education reform and is implementing the Learning Management and Business Reform (LMBR) program.
Community Engagement
The strategic plan of Henty Public School was developed collaboratively with parents, carers, students, and staff. This plan focuses on three key areas: Student Learning and Opportunities, Teacher Development and Reflection, and Community Engagement and Involvement. The school maintains strong relationships with an active Parent and Citizens' Association and the broader community, enhancing collective responsibility for the learning and success of students.
Personalised Learning
Henty Public School is committed to maintaining meaningful and differentiated learning experiences. High-quality teaching methods are emphasised, complemented by professional learning activities that enhance teachers' understanding of effective strategies. The school’s community involvement ensures that students, staff, and families work together towards higher engagement and improved educational outcomes.
Mission
At Henty Public School, we take pride in providing a welcoming, inclusive and nurturing environment where every student is supported and inspired to reach their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Henty Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Yerong Creek Public School 14.8 km
- B Billabong High School 16.0 km
- C Culcairn Public School 16.8 km
- D Pleasant Hills Public School 21.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 70 (37 girls, 33 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 70
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 961 (percentile 29)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 46% / 33% / 15% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 118
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 13 |
| Year 1 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 10 |
| Year 3 | 11 |
| Year 4 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 |
| Year 6 | 15 |
| Total | 70 |
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 | 70 | 37 | 33 | - | 961 | 6.2 |
| 2024 | 75 | 38 | 37 | 91 | 971 | 8.3 |
| 2023 | 88 | 44 | 44 | 90.7 | 955 | 8.3 |
| 2022 | 80 | 38 | 42 | 85.3 | 957 | 8.3 |
| 2021 | 83 | 40 | 43 | 92.9 | 973 | 8.4 |
| 2020 | 96 | 45 | 51 | - | 965 | 7.3 |
| 2019 | 108 | 48 | 60 | 92.2 | 961 | 7.3 |
| 2018 | 121 | 64 | 57 | 94.2 | 956 | 7.3 |
| 2017 | 134 | 73 | 61 | 92.4 | 982 | 7.2 |
| 2016 | 116 | 65 | 51 | 91.8 | 991 | 6 |
| 2015 | 127 | 71 | 56 | 92.5 | 980 | 7.4 |
| 2014 | 127 | 65 | 62 | 94.8 | 986 | 7.2 |
| 2013 | 110 | 52 | 58 | 94.7 | 1001 | 6.3 |
| 2012 | 119 | 51 | 68 | 94.8 | 1013 | 6 |
| 2011 | 109 | 48 | 61 | 94 | 987 | 5.9 |
| 2010 | 107 | 43 | 64 | - | 1004 | 6.3 |
| 2009 | 91 | 44 | 47 | - | 1023 | 4.8 |
| 2008 | 87 | 42 | 45 | - | 1023 | 4.8 |
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.