About the school
Wilkins Public School is a vibrant learning community located in Marrickville, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The school focuses on developing well-rounded individuals through a holistic academic and artistic curriculum. With a commitment to inclusivity, Wilkins Public School serves the suburbs of Petersham, Marrickville, and Dulwich Hill, offering mainstream and opportunity class programs tailored for gifted and talented students in Years 5-6.
Facilities and Programs
The modern campus features expansive playing areas, a versatile assembly hall that doubles as a gymnasium, a well-equipped library, and a technology room. The school prides itself on its strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and performing arts, including music, dance, and drama. Additionally, before and after school care and a preschool are available, ensuring a supportive environment for families.
Wilkins Public School runs enrichment programs from Kindergarten onwards to engage students' interests and talents. Parents actively participate in their children's education, working collaboratively with dedicated teachers to ensure positive outcomes.
The school's proactive Learning Support Team provides tailored support to meet individual student needs, promoting growth in both academic and emotional well-being. This commitment to holistic education fosters a warm, inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive.
Community and Values
At Wilkins Public School, the community culture is integral to the learning experience. The school celebrates diversity and inclusivity, working towards a shared goal of developing learners who demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and empathy. With high expectations for all students, the school strives to create an environment that encourages active participation and a sense of belonging.
Mission
At Wilkins Public School, we aim to nurture and inspire a community of lifelong learners who are empowered to embrace challenges, demonstrate adaptability, resilience, compassion and empathy, and to forge meaningful connections, developing active and positive contributors to our community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Wilkins Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Marrickville High School 432 m
- B Petersham Public School 836 m
- C Marrickville Public School 875 m
- D NSW School of Languages 911 m
- E Lewisham Public School 955 m
- F Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design 970 m
- G Stanmore Public School 1.2 km
- H Fort Street High School 1.3 km
- I Dulwich Hill Public School 1.4 km
- J Taverners Hill Infants School 1.5 km
- K Marrickville West Public School 1.7 km
- L Kegworth Public School 1.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 508 (249 girls, 259 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 508
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1135 (percentile 92)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 6% / 13% / 26% / 55%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 22
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 43%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 28.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 76 |
| Year 1 | 63 |
| Year 2 | 64 |
| Year 3 | 56 |
| Year 4 | 63 |
| Year 5 | 100 |
| Year 6 | 86 |
| Total | 508 |
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 | 508 | 249 | 259 | - | 1135 | 28.7 |
| 2024 | 512 | 255 | 257 | 90.4 | 1125 | 28.7 |
| 2023 | 516 | 250 | 266 | 92.4 | 1121 | 28.7 |
| 2022 | 516 | 244 | 272 | 89.9 | 1122 | 26.7 |
| 2021 | 547 | 276 | 271 | 94.4 | 1123 | 28.1 |
| 2020 | 592 | 292 | 300 | - | 1120 | 30.2 |
| 2019 | 607 | 294 | 313 | 94.2 | 1120 | 30.8 |
| 2018 | 639 | 290 | 349 | 95.2 | 1117 | 34.3 |
| 2017 | 652 | 299 | 353 | 95.6 | 1117 | 34.1 |
| 2016 | 665 | 300 | 365 | 95.4 | 1113 | 34.7 |
| 2015 | 674 | 318 | 356 | 94.6 | 1117 | 35.1 |
| 2014 | 676 | 313 | 363 | 95.8 | 1127 | 36.5 |
| 2013 | 626 | 292 | 334 | 95.8 | 1122 | 34.7 |
| 2012 | 590 | 287 | 303 | 95.5 | 1133 | 33.4 |
| 2011 | 552 | 271 | 281 | 95.9 | 1125 | 30.9 |
| 2010 | 528 | 258 | 270 | - | 1122 | 29.8 |
| 2009 | 472 | 219 | 253 | - | 1076 | 26.5 |
| 2008 | 448 | 222 | 226 | - | 1076 | 25.6 |
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.