Hilltop Road Public School

Years Pre K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Phone: (02) 9635 7722
Email: hilltoprd-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Address: Hilltop Rd, Merrylands NSW 2160
Website: https://hilltoprd-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

HilltopRoadPublicSchool

Quick facts

Established: 1 January 1952
Category: Primary School
Gender: Co-ed
Subjects: Comprehensive
Local government area: Cumberland
State electorate: Granville
Federal electorate: Blaxland

About the school

Hilltop Road Public School, situated in the Western Sydney region, serves a diverse community that represents over 23 cultural groups, with 70% of its students coming from non-English speaking backgrounds. The school is committed to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment through the dedication of its dynamic staff, who work closely with the community. This collaboration underpins the school's vision of being a community of learners, where all stakeholders participate in authentic learning experiences.

The school places a strong emphasis on Project Based Learning, Discovery Time, and curriculum differentiation, ensuring that every student can succeed in an inclusive environment. There is a commitment to enhancing students' understanding of themselves as learners, which is supported by innovative information and communication technologies. Every student has access to an XO laptop through the One Laptop Per Child initiative, alongside iPads and robotic equipment, enabling them to develop essential 21st-century skills.

Parental involvement is seen as vital, with initiatives to support families during transitions, such as Kindergarten and high school, as well as workshops and outreach programs. The school also fosters student well-being through programs like Kids Matter and Positive Behaviour for Learning, ensuring a safe and inclusive atmosphere. Hilltop Road Public School has a proud tradition in the performing arts and sports, with students participating in diverse experiences such as choir, dance, debating, and various sports competitions. This collaborative and enriching environment ensures that students are well-prepared to become active members of the global community.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

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Hilltop Road Public School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments: 762 (373 girls, 389 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?: 762
ICSEA What does this mean?: 971 (percentile 34)
SEA quarters What does this mean?: 45% / 29% / 18% / 8%
FOEI What does this mean?: 133
Indigenous students: 3%
LBOTE What does this mean?: 82%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 48.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 4.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade	Headcount
Kindergarten	107
Year 1	109
Year 2	103
Year 3	109
Year 4	109
Year 5	127
Year 6	98
Total	762

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	762	373	389	-	971	48.8
2024	760	372	388	88.5	965	47.8
2023	761	371	390	90.6	973	48.9
2022	770	380	390	86.3	969	47.9
2021	778	397	381	91.5	974	48.8
2020	783	414	369	-	976	48.9
2019	763	396	367	92.1	977	46
2018	741	382	359	92.7	979	45.6
2017	742	372	370	93.3	974	44.1
2016	743	376	367	92.3	974	42.7
2015	748	367	381	92.9	979	43.4
2014	721	346	375	93.9	975	41.2
2013	665	309	356	94	982	38.9
2012	619	291	328	93	978	35.4
2011	618	287	331	93	976	35.4
2010	604	294	310	-	974	35.6
2009	585	277	308	-	997	34.2
2008	583	277	306	-	997	35

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.