# Illawong Public School

Illawong Public School is a NSW government primary school in Illawong, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 191 (2025)
- **Address**: Fowler Rd, Illawong NSW 2234
- **Phone**: (02) 9543 1604
- **Website**: https://illawong-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: illawong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 45501
- **Established**: 1960-01-01

## About

Illawong Public School is a small community school nestled in beautiful natural bushland, focused on individual student development to foster knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values for responsible citizenship. The school empowers students to take ownership of their learning, promoting a lifelong educational journey. Illawong Public School offers a diverse range of extra-curricular activities, including dance, PSSA, steel band, instrumental bands, guitar, violin, choir, and debating, ensuring a well-rounded education beyond academics. 

## Academic Focus
The school's academic priorities lie in Literacy, Numeracy, and Technology, taught through a comprehensive quality teaching framework. Leadership opportunities are provided through the Student Parliament, encouraging student engagement and responsibility. The school is part of the Community of Schools between the River, comprising eight public schools, which enhances transition programs and opportunities for gifted and talented students, fostering a collaborative educational environment. 

Illawong Public School works closely with local preschools to ensure a positive start for students entering kindergarten, facilitating community connections and strong relationships. The school prides itself on creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students, encouraging them to reach their potential as confident and capable individuals. Illawong Public School is committed to nurturing students' talents, promoting their academic and social growth, and instilling a sense of community pride.

## Mission

We believe every student can learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Courtesy and Citizenship"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 191 |
| 2024 | 195 |
| 2023 | 205 |
| 2022 | 208 |
| 2021 | 193 |
| 2020 | 195 |
| 2019 | 197 |
| 2018 | 218 |
| 2017 | 204 |
| 2016 | 195 |
| 2015 | 215 |
| 2014 | 225 |
| 2013 | 225 |
| 2012 | 218 |
| 2011 | 211 |
| 2010 | 232 |
| 2009 | 255 |
| 2008 | 246 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/45501-illawong-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.