Lake Cathie Public School
Spirit, Opportunity and Excellence
About the school
Lake Cathie Public School fosters a vibrant, inclusive community dedicated to supporting students from diverse backgrounds. Established in 2015, this comprehensive school caters to students from Kindergarten through Year 6, focusing on creating a safe and welcoming environment for learning. The school's mission is to empower every child by providing high-quality educational experiences and strong support systems.
Vision and Values
Through school spirit, inclusivity, innovation and opportunity, students collaboratively engage and are inspired to strive for excellence as lifelong learners. The school's commitment to excellence is reflected in its academic, creative arts, sporting, and technology programs that cater to the diverse needs and interests of all students.
Facilities and Growth
Since its opening, the school has continuously evolved, with plans for significant capital works to enhance educational facilities. Recent upgrades included 17 new flexible learning spaces, a new library, and a hall, all designed to improve learning environments. This growth is a response to rising enrolments, which currently stand at around 312 students from Lake Cathie and the northern part of Bonny Hills.
Community Engagement
Lake Cathie Public School thrives on collaboration with families and community stakeholders, notably through an active Parents and Citizens (P&C) association. The P&C plays a crucial role in planning and supporting school initiatives, enhancing school spirit and creating opportunities for social engagement. This partnership fosters a sense of respect and connection, which is integral to the school's culture and community ties.
Mission
Lake Cathie Public School is committed to empowering every student to feel valued, connected, and ready to excel.
Location & Catchment Area
- Lake Cathie Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A North Haven Public School 7.3 km
- B Herons Creek Public School 9.4 km
- C Laurieton Public School 9.7 km
- D Camden Haven High School 11.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 395 (187 girls, 208 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 395
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1007 (percentile 50)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 25% / 34% / 25% / 16%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 78
- Indigenous students
- 14%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 24.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 50 |
| Year 1 | 51 |
| Year 2 | 56 |
| Year 3 | 67 |
| Year 4 | 59 |
| Year 5 | 54 |
| Year 6 | 58 |
| Total | 395 |
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 | 395 | 187 | 208 | - | 1007 | 24.6 |
| 2024 | 390 | 189 | 201 | 89.3 | 1007 | 24 |
| 2023 | 390 | 198 | 192 | 90.7 | 1011 | 23.4 |
| 2022 | 379 | 188 | 191 | 87.4 | 1004 | 23.3 |
| 2021 | 371 | 189 | 182 | 91 | 1004 | 19.5 |
| 2020 | 323 | 166 | 157 | - | 1015 | 17.3 |
| 2019 | 307 | 167 | 140 | 92.7 | 1004 | 17.2 |
| 2018 | 287 | 157 | 130 | 92 | 996 | 15.7 |
| 2017 | 223 | 123 | 100 | 94 | 1012 | 13.1 |
| 2016 | 143 | 79 | 64 | 92.1 | 1005 | 8.6 |
| 2015 | 90 | 51 | 39 | 93.2 | 1036 | 6.1 |
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.