Urunga Public School — SchoolAtlas

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Phone: (02) 6655 6393
Email: urunga-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Address: Bonville St, Urunga NSW 2455
Website: https://urunga-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

urungapublic

Quick facts

Established: 1 January 1882
Category: Primary School
Gender: Co-ed
Subjects: Comprehensive
Local government area: Bellingen
State electorate: Oxley
Federal electorate: Cowper

About the school

Urunga Public School is a vibrant primary school located in Urunga, catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school fosters a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels safe and supported from their very first day. Parental feedback suggests that nearly all parents feel welcomed and satisfied with their child's education at Urunga Public School.

Academic Excellence

The school is dedicated to providing a well-balanced curriculum that encompasses academic, cultural, and sporting activities. It aims to deliver equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students, with a strong emphasis on enhancing literacy and numeracy through effective support programs. Urunga Public School is committed to continuous improvement in teaching quality, supported by both staff and parents.

Community Engagement

Urunga Public School places significant importance on building partnerships with families and the wider community. This cooperation not only enhances the learning experience but also enriches the school’s cultural fabric. The school promotes healthy lifestyles and physical activity, providing an attractive environment in beautifully maintained grounds.

Support Programs

Tailored support is available for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring that everyone receives the assistance required to thrive. The school believes in nurturing the individual potential of its students, equipping them with the skills necessary for success in and beyond the classroom.

Urunga Public School stands out as a beacon of educational excellence within its community, embodying a commitment to fostering a culture of lifelong learning and personal growth amongst its students.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Location & Catchment Area

Urunga Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments: 179 (78 girls, 101 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?: 179
ICSEA What does this mean?: 974 (percentile 35)
SEA quarters What does this mean?: 32% / 34% / 25% / 9%
FOEI What does this mean?: 89
Indigenous students: 20%
LBOTE What does this mean?: 8%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 12.1
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?: 2.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade	Headcount
Kindergarten	23
Year 1	28
Year 2	29
Year 3	18
Year 4	23
Year 5	27
Year 6	31
Total	179

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	179	78	101	-	974	12.1
2024	187	86	101	88.3	971	12.2
2023	188	86	102	86.4	966	12.2
2022	212	101	111	85.6	957	12.7
2021	225	118	107	90.1	964	12.7
2020	230	128	102	-	961	12.7
2019	222	122	100	91.3	970	12.6
2018	196	114	82	92.4	964	11.3
2017	205	118	87	93.3	950	11.2
2016	197	107	90	94.5	965	11.3
2015	198	112	86	93.2	973	11.1
2014	206	114	92	92.9	974	12.8
2013	207	104	103	92.5	982	12.6
2012	216	100	116	92.3	978	12.4
2011	249	122	127	92.3	969	13.5
2010	257	130	127	-	971	13.4
2009	276	133	143	-	1002	14.7
2008	295	135	160	-	1002	16

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.