Woongarrah Public School

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Growing curious minds and confident learners to shape bright futures.

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About the school

Woongarrah Public School is a welcoming, friendly, and vibrant school located on Darkinjung land on the Central Coast, catering to 500 students. Since its opening in 2005, the school has maintained modern facilities complemented by well-integrated ICT and beautiful grounds. The school prides itself on providing an excellent education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in a nurturing and inclusive environment. The dedicated and highly skilled teachers are committed to helping each child reach their full potential and achieve positive outcomes.

Educational Approach

The school fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking among students while tailoring learning experiences to individual needs. It encourages children to develop confidence and a positive attitude towards learning, providing numerous opportunities for personal and academic growth. Woongarrah Public School also values the collaborative spirit of the Wadalba Schools Learning Community, working closely with other schools to enrich the educational experience of its students.

Community Engagement

The school celebrates its diversity, with families representing over 50 cultural backgrounds, including 13% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. This multicultural aspect enriches the learning environment, contributing to a culture of respect, care, and excellence. Strong partnerships with families and the community play a crucial role in the school’s ethos, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in education.

Through a range of academic, sporting, creative, and leadership opportunities, Woongarrah Public School prepares its students for future success, encouraging them to become active, responsible members of society.

Mission

Growing curious minds and confident learners to shape bright futures. Our school is a place where every child is valued, challenged and supported to reach their potential. Guided by expert teaching and strong community connections, we foster a culture of care, resilience and excellence. We prepare our students with the skills and character to succeed today and into the future.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
385 (200 girls, 185 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
385
ICSEA What does this mean?
984 (percentile 39)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
35% / 35% / 20% / 9%
Indigenous students
12%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
21.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
3.4

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 46
Year 1 62
Year 2 54
Year 3 49
Year 4 66
Year 5 57
Year 6 51
Total 385

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 385 200 185 - 984 21.8
2024 382 203 179 90.6 995 26.3
2023 383 205 178 90.4 981 26.4
2022 419 222 197 86.4 981 26.3
2021 437 230 207 92.1 974 26
2020 455 228 227 - 979 26
2019 487 249 238 92 980 26.1
2018 509 260 249 92.4 981 28.1
2017 508 249 259 93.2 979 26.6
2016 490 237 253 94 996 25.5
2015 477 226 251 94.5 999 25.3
2014 513 254 259 95.3 991 27.4
2013 526 278 248 95.2 1006 28.4
2012 545 273 272 94.4 982 31.3
2011 514 253 261 95 991 27.7
2010 486 243 243 - 996 27.2
2009 427 214 213 - 1002 23.8
2008 374 193 181 - 1002 21.6

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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