Wilkins Public School

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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

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%
Indigenous students
2%
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.

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