About the school
Gosford Public School is a welcoming, harmonious, and productive educational institution located in West Gosford. The school is dedicated to fostering confident, resilient, and successful learners within a climate of mutual respect. It ensures a safe, secure, and supportive environment where diversity is valued. The committed teachers possess diverse backgrounds and specialisation, allowing for inclusive and innovative teaching programs tailored to support all students. The school meets the needs of various groups, including Indigenous students, those identified as gifted and talented, and non-English speaking students.
Parents and carers are actively encouraged to engage with the school through regular communication regarding student progress and achievements. The school features an active Parents & Citizens (P&C) association that plays a vital role in enhancing the learning environment. The relocation of Gosford Public School provided modern facilities, such as 21 classrooms, a library, and various specialised program rooms, encouraging collaborative teaching and learning experiences. The layout supports separate play areas and entrances for primary and high school students, fostering a dedicated educational space.
The school's commitment to quality education encompasses a broad curriculum and extra-curricular activities allowing students to excel across academic, creative, and sporting domains. Gosford Public School's inclusive approach prepares students as confident global citizens, ensuring they are well-supported both academically and socially.
Mission
Gosford Public School provides quality education, developing each child's full potential in a nurturing environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gosford Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Henry Kendall High School 1 m
- B Gosford High School 753 m
- C Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre 1.5 km
- D North Gosford Learning Centre 1.5 km
- E Glenvale School 1.6 km
- F Gosford East Public School 2.3 km
- G Wyoming Public School 2.4 km
- H Narara Valley High School 2.5 km
- I Point Clare Public School 2.6 km
- J Chertsey Primary School 3.4 km
- K Valley View Public School 3.4 km
- L Girrakool School 3.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 545 (259 girls, 286 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 545
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1049 (percentile 68)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 18% / 23% / 31% / 28%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 61
- Indigenous students
- 10%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 50%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 29.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 62 |
| Year 1 | 69 |
| Year 2 | 79 |
| Year 3 | 83 |
| Year 4 | 67 |
| Year 5 | 99 |
| Year 6 | 86 |
| Total | 545 |
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 | 545 | 259 | 286 | - | 1049 | 29.3 |
| 2024 | 532 | 264 | 268 | 88.6 | 1052 | 28.8 |
| 2023 | - | - | - | 90.1 | - | - |
| 2022 | - | - | - | 87.6 | - | - |
| 2021 | - | - | - | 93 | - | - |
| 2020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2019 | - | - | - | 93.9 | - | - |
| 2018 | - | - | - | 94.5 | - | - |
| 2017 | - | - | - | 94.7 | - | - |
| 2016 | - | - | - | 94.1 | - | - |
| 2015 | - | - | - | 95.1 | - | - |
| 2014 | - | - | - | 94.8 | - | - |
| 2013 | - | - | - | 95.6 | - | - |
| 2012 | - | - | - | 95.9 | - | - |
| 2011 | - | - | - | 94.3 | - | - |
| 2010 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.