# Awaba Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 29 (2025)
- **Address**: Mulbring Street, Awaba NSW 2283
- **Phone**: (02) 4959 2502
- **Website**: https://awaba-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: awaba-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 48964
- **Established**: 1891-06-01

## About

Awaba Public School serves a small urban village on the south western fringe of Newcastle, housing thirty-seven students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school has two classes: a composite K/1/2 with sixteen students and a composite 3/4/5/6 featuring twenty-one students. Known for its happy and quiet atmosphere, Awaba School fosters an environment where all students are treated as individuals, encouraging them to achieve personal excellence. It embodies a unique approach to education, employing two permanent teachers who, along with a part-time teacher responsible for Library, Craft, French, and HSIE, ensure a comprehensive educational experience.

## Academic Focus
The school prioritises quality programming in Literacy and Mathematics, seamlessly integrating technology in these areas to promote investigation, creativity, and publishing skills. Furthermore, Awaba School hosts an active Parents and Citizens group and enjoys solid community support.

## Sporting Opportunities
Awaba Public School encourages physical activity through a comprehensive Physical Education program that teaches students the skills and rules necessary to play major games. The school participates in local sporting competitions annually, providing students with opportunities to thrive in various sports.

## Community Connection
The close-knit community surrounding Awaba School takes pride in its achievements, working together to support the school's initiatives. The school is dedicated to inclusivity, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn from day one. This promotes a welcoming atmosphere conducive to personal and academic growth.

## Mission

# Awaba Public School strives for excellence in an inclusive environment. We value individuality, acceptance and tolerance. Every student is known, valued and cared for. We nurture students to be engaged citizens who confidently take their place in our dynamic society by maximising their potential - supported by strong community partnerships and a culture of high expectations.

Motto: "A friendly school where every student grows and achieves great things!"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 29 |
| 2024 | 29 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2008 | 37 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/48964-awaba-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.