# Ferncourt Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 285 (2025)
- **Address**: Premier St, Marrickville NSW 2204
- **Phone**: (02) 9558 3978
- **Website**: https://ferncourt-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: ferncourt-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48582
- **Established**: 1922-03-01

## About

Ferncourt Public School is located in South Marrickville, alongside the Cooks River, in an area known as 'The Warren'. Established in a historic building dating back to 1886, the school is set in award-winning grounds and currently has an enrolment of around 360 students. With a strong focus on creating a happy and stimulating learning environment, Ferncourt aims to foster enthusiastic, self-motivated children who develop a love for learning.

## Educational Programs
Skilled and dedicated teachers deliver innovative and challenging educational programs, ensuring students thrive across the curriculum. The school boasts excellent academic outcomes, with Year 3 and Year 5 NAPLAN test results consistently above the state average in reading and numeracy. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities, including choirs, bands, dance groups, and PSSA sport, promoting both creative arts and physical fitness.

## Core Values and Community Engagement
Ferncourt Public School emphasises core values such as mutual respect, integrity, acceptance, inclusiveness, citizenship, and environmental care. The school has robust support systems in place, including a comprehensive buddy system and the 'Bounce Back!' resilience program, all aimed at promoting student well-being. Additionally, the active Parents and Citizens Association plays a vital role in enriching the school community.

Facilities at the school include a computer laboratory, interactive whiteboards, a connected classroom, and a well-resourced library. Ferncourt Public School is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, dedicated to the growth and well-being of every student.

## Mission

At Ferncourt Public School, we foster a collaborative, welcoming and inclusive school environment through a commitment to high expectations, quality teaching and a culture of continuous improvement.

Motto: "Student success is our priority."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 285 |
| 2024 | 311 |
| 2023 | 342 |
| 2022 | 367 |
| 2021 | 380 |
| 2020 | 425 |
| 2019 | 446 |
| 2018 | 444 |
| 2017 | 439 |
| 2016 | 440 |
| 2015 | 432 |
| 2014 | 429 |
| 2013 | 412 |
| 2012 | 390 |
| 2011 | 366 |
| 2010 | 354 |
| 2009 | 357 |
| 2008 | 316 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48582-ferncourt-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.