About the school
Estella Public School is a newly established school that opened its doors to staff and students on 27th January 2021. Located in the suburb of Estella, Wagga Wagga, the school is based on the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people and aims to accommodate up to 480 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Designed to support the rapidly growing community, Estella Public School features 16 state-of-the-art classrooms that promote innovative, flexible, and collaborative teaching and learning methods.
Facilities
The school's facilities include special program rooms for activity-based learning, a purpose-built hall, library, outdoor multipurpose activity areas, and administration and staff spaces. These features are designed to ensure an inclusive, caring, and dynamic environment where every student is acknowledged, valued, and supported.
Educational Approach
The experienced and dedicated staff at Estella Public School are committed to evidence-informed and explicit teaching practices that cater to student needs while fostering a culture of high expectations. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum and diverse learning programs that enhance academic achievement alongside growth in sports and the arts.
Community Engagement
Estella Public School has forged strong partnerships with local and wider communities, collaborating with the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) and establishing agreements with Charles Sturt University and Wagga Wagga City Council. Additionally, the school has an active Parents and Citizens Association, and Their Care provides Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) services to support families.
Overall, Estella Public School is dedicated to nurturing every child's potential in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Mission
At Estella Public School we believe in nurturing curious minds and kind hearts. Guided by our values — Respect, Connect, Reflect - we create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to grow, learn, and shine.
Location & Catchment Area
- Estella Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A North Wagga Public School 4.0 km
- B Wagga Wagga Public School 4.6 km
- C South Wagga Public School 5.9 km
- D Wagga Wagga High School 6.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 402 (213 girls, 189 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 402
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1019 (percentile 56)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 23% / 29% / 29% / 19%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 74
- Indigenous students
- 10%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 29%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 23.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Year 1 | 80 |
| Year 2 | 75 |
| Year 3 | 66 |
| Year 4 | 38 |
| Year 5 | 46 |
| Year 6 | 38 |
| Total | 402 |
Year by year
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 402 | 213 | 189 | - | 1019 | 23.2 |
| 2024 | 367 | 189 | 178 | 91.3 | 1026 | 21.3 |
| 2023 | 295 | 154 | 141 | 91.5 | 1027 | 19.1 |
| 2022 | 227 | 121 | 106 | 91.9 | 1048 | 14.4 |
| 2021 | 134 | 68 | 66 | 93.8 | 1037 | 9.6 |