# Lurnea Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 440 (2025)
- **Address**: West & Reilly Sts, Lurnea NSW 2170
- **Phone**: (02) 9607 7002
- **Website**: https://lurnea-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: lurnea-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48539
- **Established**: 1961-09-01

## About

Lurnea Public School has a proud tradition of teaching children to be safe and respectful learners in a positive environment. The school, serving a vibrant community with diverse cultural backgrounds, focuses on providing a contemporary school of excellence through innovative teaching methods and the use of technology. At present, Lurnea Public School caters to approximately 475 students, offering specialised programs including a preschool dedicated to local children and a support unit for children with unique learning needs.

The school's experienced staff are deeply committed to nurturing each child's potential in a supportive environment that prioritises inclusivity. Lurnea Public School prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere, organising a range of activities and programs that empower students and enrich their educational experience. From sports to performing arts, the school encourages active engagement and participation, ensuring that every child has access to opportunities that promote personal development and growth.

In line with their mission to provide a high-quality education from Preschool to Year 6, Lurnea Public School ensures that every student feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day. The school fosters partnerships with families, actively co-designing educational plans tailored to meet each student's needs and aspirations. The goal is to maintain a cutting-edge educational environment that helps every child succeed academically and socially.

## Mission

At Lurnea Public School, we are deeply committed to providing excellence in teaching and learning for all students, especially in Literacy and Numeracy in an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.

Motto: "We help every student to learn, grow and succeed from Preschool to Year 6."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 440 |
| 2024 | 429 |
| 2023 | 418 |
| 2022 | 422 |
| 2021 | 408 |
| 2020 | 430 |
| 2019 | 443 |
| 2018 | 432 |
| 2017 | 423 |
| 2016 | 432 |
| 2015 | 444 |
| 2014 | 435 |
| 2013 | 421 |
| 2012 | 411 |
| 2011 | 399 |
| 2010 | 403 |
| 2009 | 436 |
| 2008 | 468 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48539-lurnea-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.