Smalls Road Public School
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About the school
Smalls Road Public School is a Kindergarten to Year 6 coeducational institution located in Ryde, New South Wales. The school prides itself on offering a high-quality, comprehensive education tailored to meet the needs of its diverse student body. As a new primary school, completed in January 2020, it accommodates up to 1,000 students, reflecting the growing needs of the local community.
Vision and Values
At Smalls Road Public School, there is a strong commitment to creating a vibrant learning environment where every student can learn, grow, and succeed. The school focuses on fostering safe and respectful atmospheres that promote both academic excellence and personal development. It values collaboration, striving to work closely with families and community members to enhance the educational experience of every child.
Learning Environment
The school boasts modern facilities, including air-conditioned demountable classrooms equipped with technology that supports various learning styles. Smalls Road Public School offers a broad curriculum that includes key learning areas such as English, Mathematics, and the Creative Arts. The school provides tailored learning support for students with additional needs or those seeking extra challenges, ensuring all students can thrive.
Community Involvement
Community engagement is a key pillar for Smalls Road Public School. The school actively participates in initiatives like the Cultural Door Project, which integrates Aboriginal perspectives into the curriculum, and regularly hosts events to strengthen the school community. These efforts contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment where students from all backgrounds feel respected and valued.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Smalls Road Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A North Ryde Public School 1.1 km
- B Denistone East Public School 1.3 km
- C Kent Road Public School 1.3 km
- D Ryde Public School 1.5 km
- E Arndell School 1.5 km
- F Ryde East Public School 1.7 km
- G Ryde Secondary College 1.8 km
- H Truscott Street Public School 2.1 km
- I Marsden High School 2.2 km
- J Meadowbank Public School 2.2 km
- K Eastwood Heights Public School 2.3 km
- L West Ryde Public School 2.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 494 (235 girls, 259 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 494
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1114 (percentile 88)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 17% / 31% / 46%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 26
- Indigenous students
- 2%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 63%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 30.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 85 |
| Year 1 | 84 |
| Year 2 | 83 |
| Year 3 | 81 |
| Year 4 | 81 |
| Year 5 | 64 |
| Year 6 | 16 |
| Total | 494 |
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 | 494 | 235 | 259 | - | 1114 | 30.1 |
| 2024 | 443 | 211 | 232 | 94.1 | 1110 | 27.1 |
| 2023 | 373 | 176 | 197 | 94.4 | 1107 | 24.5 |
| 2022 | 285 | 128 | 157 | 89.2 | 1110 | 20.3 |
| 2021 | 173 | 73 | 100 | 96 | 1097 | 14.3 |
| 2020 | 55 | 23 | 32 | - | 1097 | 6.2 |
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.