Georges River College, Penshurst Campus
Campus of Georges River College
Excellence in Middle School Education
About the school
Georges River College Penshurst Campus is a comprehensive, coeducational school catering for students in Years 7–10. It is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to developing resilient, independent, and respectful learners. The school focuses on the unique developmental needs of young adolescents, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and resilience among its students.
School Programs
The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of all learners, offering a wide range of subjects and opportunities. Students engage in a challenging educational environment that includes access to sporting, cultural, and community activities. Extra-curricular offerings such as the Duke of Edinburgh Program, Debating, Public Speaking, and an after-school Homework Centre enhance the learning experience. Moreover, the school provides elective options such as iSTEM, Marine and Aquaculture Technology, and Forensic Archaeology for Stage 5 students.
Student Wellbeing
Wellbeing programs are integral to the school's approach, ensuring that every student feels supported throughout their educational journey. The school values diversity and inclusivity, creating a safe environment for all students, acknowledging their varied backgrounds. Students are encouraged to become confident and capable global citizens.
Community Engagement
Georges River College Penshurst Campus prides itself on strong community links, working collaboratively with families to co-design learning plans that best fit each student’s needs. This commitment to support underpins the school's mission to achieve the best possible outcomes for all learners.
Mission
Georges River College Penshurst Campus is dedicated to building a culture of high performance and positive values that empowers all members of our school community to achieve success within a framework that upholds diversity, inclusion, equity, respect and active citizenship.
Part of Georges River College
One of 4 campuses that make up this college:
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Hurstville Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
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Oatley Senior Campus
- 11-12
- Co-ed
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Peakhurst Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
Location & Catchment Area
- Georges River College, Penshurst Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: Oatley Senior Campus 1.5 km
- B Connected campus: Hurstville Campus 2.2 km
- C Connected campus: Peakhurst Campus 2.8 km
- D Penshurst Public School 223 m
- E Mortdale Public School 1.1 km
- F Hurstville Grove Infants School 1.1 km
- G Carinya School 1.1 km
- H Beverly Hills Public School 1.2 km
- I Penshurst West Public School 1.3 km
- J Hurstville South Public School 1.5 km
- K Woniora Road School 1.8 km
- L Beverly Hills Girls High School 1.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 488 (416 girls, 72 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 488
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1038 (percentile 63)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 23% / 28% / 30% / 19%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 77
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 76%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 37.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 172 |
| Year 8 | 103 |
| Year 9 | 86 |
| Year 10 | 127 |
| Total | 488 |
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 | 488 | 416 | 72 | - | 1038 | 37.4 |
| 2024 | 444 | 444 | 0 | 89.1 | 1033 | 38 |
| 2023 | 479 | 479 | 0 | 88.6 | 1029 | 38.6 |
| 2022 | 511 | 511 | 0 | 86.8 | 1027 | 38.9 |
| 2021 | 519 | 519 | 0 | 90.4 | 1035 | 39.9 |
| 2020 | 530 | 530 | 0 | - | 1029 | 39.9 |
| 2019 | 564 | 564 | 0 | 90.9 | 1032 | 41.3 |
| 2018 | 604 | 604 | 0 | 91 | 1026 | 42.8 |
| 2017 | 638 | 638 | 0 | 92.2 | 1020 | 45.6 |
| 2016 | 660 | 660 | 0 | 91.5 | 1019 | 45.3 |
| 2015 | 641 | 641 | 0 | 91.8 | 1024 | 46.2 |
| 2014 | 685 | 685 | 0 | 93.2 | 1031 | 48.5 |
| 2013 | 696 | 696 | 0 | 94.3 | 1039 | 47.8 |
| 2012 | 694 | 694 | 0 | 92.9 | 1031 | 47.3 |
| 2011 | 710 | 710 | 0 | 93.3 | 1027 | 47.4 |
| 2010 | 692 | 692 | 0 | - | 1027 | 46.8 |
| 2009 | 679 | 679 | 0 | - | 1057 | 46.6 |
| 2008 | 678 | 678 | 0 | - | 1057 | 46.2 |
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.