# Irrawang Public School

Irrawang Public School is a NSW government primary school in Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 304 (2025)
- **Address**: Geer St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324
- **Phone**: (02) 4987 2403
- **Website**: https://irrawang-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: irrawang-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49196
- **Established**: 1968-09-01

## About

Irrawang Public School, located in Raymond Terrace, is classified as a P3 school, with an expected enrolment of 353 students in 2024, 34% of whom are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. The school is managed by a non-teaching Principal and supported by four Assistant Principals and Curriculum and Instruction leaders. It is committed to maximising success for all students through strategies such as Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), Personalised Learning Plans, and Individual Education Plans. 

## Learning Environment
The school features a well-resourced preschool rated as 'exceeding' in its last assessment. There is also a Special Education Unit comprising three classes (IO/IM/ED) and a Schools as Community Centres program, known as Thou Walla, that provides holistic support to students and their families. The school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment, emphasising academic excellence, athletic achievement, and creative expression. 

## Student Support
Irrawang Public School is dedicated to supporting every child’s learning journey, including those with potential needs or gifted education. The commitment to Aboriginal student support is also a fundamental focus. Additional academic and extracurricular programs are available, ensuring students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a supportive community setting. The school values collaboration between staff, students, and families to enhance educational and wellbeing outcomes, celebrating diversity and inclusivity within its community.

## Mission

At Irrawang Public School, we proudly serve the Raymond Terrace community, offering high-quality, co-educational learning from Preschool to Year 6. We support every student to learn, grow, and succeed.

Motto: "We Play Our Part!"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 304 |
| 2024 | 315 |
| 2023 | 339 |
| 2022 | 342 |
| 2021 | 347 |
| 2020 | 350 |
| 2019 | 346 |
| 2018 | 333 |
| 2017 | 326 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2015 | 280 |
| 2014 | 282 |
| 2013 | 279 |
| 2012 | 278 |
| 2011 | 254 |
| 2010 | 259 |
| 2009 | 253 |
| 2008 | 256 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49196-irrawang-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.