North East Public School of Distance Education
Learning Together
About the school
North East Public School of Distance Education is a unique public school located in Port Macquarie, New South Wales. This school offers high-quality, individualised learning for primary-aged students, supporting their progress and achievement of essential 21st-century skills. Serving a diverse and far-reaching community, the school caters to students who meet eligibility criteria in various distance education enrolment contexts.
Learning Environment
North East Public School of Distance Education is dedicated to creating an inclusive and dynamic school community where students thrive. It provides personalised learning programs aligned with the New South Wales Department of Education and Training syllabus. The goal is to foster a collaborative learning environment, allowing students to learn individually or in groups while drawing on a range of educational resources.
Community Engagement
The school's strong commitment to inclusivity is reflected in its values, which embrace students of all backgrounds and cultures. This ethos encourages families to join the school community, where they can connect with educators and support teams. Together with families, the school co-designs learning plans tailored to each student’s needs, ensuring their educational journey is both fulfilling and supportive.
Vision and Opportunities
North East Public School of Distance Education strives for every student to learn, grow, and succeed. It offers a wide array of subjects and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop their passions. The school's approach is rooted in partnership and engagement, ensuring that every learner reaches their potential.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- North East Public School of Distance Education
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Port Macquarie Public School 77 m
- B Hastings Secondary College, Port Macquarie Campus 817 m
- C Hastings Secondary College, Westport Campus 1.8 km
- D Westport Public School 2.1 km
- E Hastings Public School 2.6 km
- F Tacking Point Public School 4.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 45 (22 girls, 23 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 45
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 979 (percentile 37)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 30% / 32% / 23% / 15%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 97
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Year 1 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 |
| Year 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 |
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Total | 45 |
Year by year
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 45 | 22 | 23 | 979 | 10 |
| 2024 | 124 | 49 | 75 | 1005 | 11.2 |
| 2023 | 158 | 85 | 73 | 1028 | 14.3 |
| 2022 | 182 | 83 | 99 | 1009 | 17.6 |
| 2021 | 330 | 153 | 177 | 1010 | 28.3 |
| 2020 | 276 | 128 | 148 | 1011 | 27 |
| 2019 | 287 | 127 | 160 | 1016 | 24 |
| 2018 | 235 | 104 | 131 | 1008 | 19.8 |
| 2017 | 242 | 111 | 131 | 982 | 20.6 |
| 2016 | 212 | 94 | 118 | 1006 | 19.5 |
| 2015 | 189 | 94 | 95 | 997 | 17.1 |
| 2014 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 1016 | 17.2 |
| 2013 | 176 | 83 | 93 | 1010 | 16.2 |
| 2012 | 135 | 53 | 82 | 1001 | 16.7 |
| 2011 | 165 | 54 | 111 | 1013 | 17.4 |
| 2010 | 170 | 63 | 107 | 1019 | 16.2 |
| 2009 | 179 | 77 | 102 | 1008 | 18.2 |
| 2008 | 156 | 56 | 100 | 1008 | 15.1 |