About the school
Thomas Acres Public School is a vibrant educational institution located in Ambarvale, catering to approximately 530 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school comprises twenty-one mainstream classes alongside three support classes, reflecting its commitment to inclusive education. Notably, 24% of the students come from non-English speaking backgrounds, while around 12% identify as Aboriginal. This diversity enriches the school community, fostering an environment of cultural respect and inclusion.
Educational Focus
The school emphasises a robust academic curriculum while also prioritising student wellbeing and engagement. Teachers at Thomas Acres are a blend of experienced and early-career professionals who collaborate in stage teams to deliver high-quality education. The core academic programs are designed to nurture every student's potential in a stimulating and supportive environment.
Community and Support
The community at Thomas Acres Public School is welcoming, encouraging every child to feel safe and included from their very first day. The school prioritises strong partnerships with families, co-designing learning plans that cater to the individual needs of each student. Furthermore, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, ranging from sports to creative arts, ensuring comprehensive development for all students.
Future Developments
As a continuing effort to enhance educational infrastructure, Thomas Acres is also in the midst of a project to build a new public preschool on its premises. This initiative aims to expand early childhood education opportunities, thereby supporting local families and integrating a quality preschool experience within the school’s vibrant community.
Mission
At Thomas Acres Public School, every child is supported to thrive. Join our welcoming community, where learners grow with confidence and every success is celebrated.
Location & Catchment Area
- Thomas Acres Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mary Brooksbank School 567 m
- B Ambarvale Public School 1.1 km
- C Rosemeadow Public School 1.3 km
- D Ambarvale High School 1.4 km
- E Thomas Reddall High School 1.7 km
- F St Helens Park Public School 2.3 km
- G Bradbury Public School 2.3 km
- H Woodland Road Public School 2.4 km
- I Dorchester School 3.5 km
- J Airds High School 3.6 km
- K Campbelltown Public School 3.6 km
- L Briar Road Public School 3.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 495 (244 girls, 251 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 495
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 942 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 29% / 15% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 134
- Indigenous students
- 15%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 38%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 32.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 69 |
| Year 1 | 84 |
| Year 2 | 66 |
| Year 3 | 80 |
| Year 4 | 59 |
| Year 5 | 69 |
| Year 6 | 68 |
| Total | 495 |
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 | 495 | 244 | 251 | - | 942 | 32.1 |
| 2024 | 497 | 230 | 267 | 88.9 | 937 | 32 |
| 2023 | 465 | 221 | 244 | 88.9 | 947 | 30.9 |
| 2022 | 484 | 236 | 248 | 85 | 931 | 30.3 |
| 2021 | 485 | 240 | 245 | 89.9 | 943 | 30.1 |
| 2020 | 530 | 258 | 272 | - | 942 | 33 |
| 2019 | 512 | 253 | 259 | 91.3 | 937 | 30.9 |
| 2018 | 552 | 272 | 280 | 91.6 | 933 | 33.1 |
| 2017 | 533 | 267 | 266 | 92.8 | 924 | 31.6 |
| 2016 | 522 | 260 | 262 | 92.6 | 938 | 31.2 |
| 2015 | 532 | 251 | 281 | 92.4 | 936 | 32.2 |
| 2014 | 511 | 237 | 274 | 93.3 | 936 | 28.4 |
| 2013 | 511 | 237 | 274 | 93.2 | 943 | 28.4 |
| 2012 | 514 | 246 | 268 | 92.9 | 940 | 28.3 |
| 2011 | 518 | 244 | 274 | 92.4 | 939 | 28.4 |
| 2010 | 515 | 249 | 266 | - | 940 | 28.6 |
| 2009 | 566 | 270 | 296 | - | 909 | 30.8 |
| 2008 | 581 | 304 | 277 | - | 909 | 30.5 |
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.