Merrylands Public School

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About the school

Merrylands Public School is located in south-western Sydney and provides an excellent education to a diverse range of students. The school welcomes all students and their families, promoting values such as integrity, excellence, respect, responsibility, cooperation, participation, care, fairness, and democracy. These values are reinforced through the curriculum, discipline system, and systematic teaching methods.

Educational Programs

Merrylands Public School offers exceptional teaching and learning programs that focus on numeracy and literacy. Embracing the Positive Behaviour and Intervention Strategy (PBIS) and Best Start program, the school is also participating in the Priority School Program (PSP). It fosters collaboration among students, staff, and parents to ensure the best possible educational outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment.

Extracurricular Activities

The school encourages students to engage in sporting activities and partakes in the local Primary School Sports Association competitions during both summer and winter, alongside local and state knockout competitions. This involvement not only promotes physical wellbeing but also encourages teamwork and community spirit.

Community and Inclusion

Merrylands Public School values inclusion and community support, ensuring that every child feels safe and included from their first day. It is committed to empowering students through high-quality learning experiences and providing tailored support for individual learning needs. Families are actively engaged in their children’s education to foster a strong sense of belonging.

The comprehensive educational approach aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for community participation and lifelong learning, reflecting the school’s dedication to the personal growth of each student.

Mission

Merrylands Public School aims to foster a sense of connection and belonging for students and their families. We want to see each child succeed in school as they grow into a lifelong learner and confident member of the community.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
620 (305 girls, 315 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
620
ICSEA What does this mean?
936 (percentile 20)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
61% / 22% / 13% / 4%
Indigenous students
1%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
46
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
9.9

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 87
Year 1 92
Year 2 85
Year 3 90
Year 4 96
Year 5 75
Year 6 95
Total 620

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 620 305 315 - 936 46
2024 598 281 317 87.3 939 44.5
2023 594 284 310 89.1 943 46.2
2022 568 274 294 85.4 939 41.4
2021 574 271 303 91.2 934 39.2
2020 554 275 279 - 928 38.5
2019 563 277 286 90.5 925 36.9
2018 537 267 270 91.7 935 34.8
2017 501 253 248 92.8 938 31.3
2016 442 226 216 94.3 935 28.6
2015 417 198 219 92.5 944 28.5
2014 365 179 186 94.9 930 26
2013 364 170 194 95.6 948 25.9
2012 329 150 179 93 978 23.1
2011 315 140 175 94.9 975 21.5
2010 324 142 182 - 975 21.6
2009 302 134 168 - 984 23.3
2008 302 139 163 - 984 23

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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