# Drummoyne Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 427 (2025)
- **Address**: Rawson Ave, Drummoyne NSW 2047
- **Phone**: (02) 9181 2636
- **Website**: https://drummoyne-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: drummoyne-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47603
- **Established**: 1886-04-01

## About

Drummoyne Public School is a dynamic kindergarten to year 6 primary school located in the inner west of Sydney. With an enrolment of 621 students, the school proudly embraces diversity, with 44 percent of its students from language backgrounds other than English. The school community is actively involved in shaping the educational experience, working in partnership with parents and caregivers to provide outstanding public education. 

## Educational Philosophy
Drummoyne Public School is committed to developing future-focused learners through evidence-based practices. Core values of resilience, respect, and responsibility are embedded in the school's Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework. This focus on well-being helps establish a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive.

## Extracurricular Opportunities
Students at Drummoyne have access to a wide array of extracurricular programs that foster talent and creativity, including choirs, bands, music, dance, chess, debating, and various sports. The inclusion of community languages such as Greek and Italian enriches the curriculum, reflecting the school's commitment to cultural diversity.

## Teaching Staff
The school's teaching staff comprises both experienced and early career educators who collaborate in teams to implement high-quality teaching practices. Professional learning opportunities are tailored to support both teacher development and student achievement based on performance data. 

## Community Involvement
The Drummoyne community, including the active P & C, plays a significant role in the school's governance and enriches the educational environment. This collaboration ensures high expectations for teaching and learning, reinforcing the strong educational outcomes for all students.

## Mission

Drummoyne Public School aspire to be the heart of the community - a place where every child is known, valued and cared for, and where learning, belonging and excellence come together. We strive to provide an inspiring education that nurtures curiosity, creativity and character, empowering our students to achieve their personal best. United by strong partnerships between staff, students, families and the wider community, we celebrate diversity, foster wellbeing and build a culture of high expectations so that every child can learn, succeed and thrive.

Motto: "High Expectations and Excellence"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 427 |
| 2024 | 438 |
| 2023 | 494 |
| 2022 | 533 |
| 2021 | 591 |
| 2020 | 619 |
| 2019 | 620 |
| 2018 | 645 |
| 2017 | 685 |
| 2016 | 702 |
| 2015 | 695 |
| 2014 | 665 |
| 2013 | 647 |
| 2012 | 612 |
| 2011 | 614 |
| 2010 | 587 |
| 2009 | 556 |
| 2008 | 542 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47603-drummoyne-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.