# Coniston Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 181 (2025)
- **Address**: Coniston Public School 123 Auburn Street, Coniston NSW 2500
- **Phone**: (02) 4229 1117
- **Website**: https://coniston-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: coniston-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49936
- **Established**: 1921-07-01

## About

Coniston Public School is located a short distance from Wollongong CBD, with easy access to public transport and local amenities. Generous school grounds afford students space to move, learn and play creatively. The school holds high learning, social and welfare expectations and has a proud history of academic achievement, acceptance and cooperation amongst its highly diverse student body. Approximately 56% of families are from a non-English speaking background and are represented by 26 different cultural groups.

## School Community
The school crest symbolises unity, harmony and a valued sense of community at Coniston Public School. The school features 8 regular classes and 3 special education classes at the Auburn Street Unit, located on the same school site. Cultural cohesion is showcased as a significant factor in the school's success, fostering a culture of inclusion, cooperation and warm friendship among students.

## Collaborative Environment
Teachers, parents, and the community collaborate as a unified group to support the school’s mission. A dedicated Parents and Citizens Association actively works to enhance the school's success. Strong connections exist with the local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG), local businesses, community groups, and the University of Wollongong.

## Comprehensive Education
Dedicated staff employ a balance of traditional and innovative teaching approaches to cater to the diverse needs of students, ensuring that each individual's strengths and needs are addressed through quality programs in accordance with the Australian Curriculum. With a focus on high-quality education and inclusivity, Coniston Public School continues to inspire and empower students to learn, grow, and succeed.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly, diverse and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Friendship"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 181 |
| 2024 | 189 |
| 2023 | 195 |
| 2022 | 199 |
| 2021 | 198 |
| 2020 | 198 |
| 2019 | 201 |
| 2018 | 185 |
| 2017 | 179 |
| 2016 | 208 |
| 2015 | 222 |
| 2014 | 211 |
| 2013 | 226 |
| 2012 | 229 |
| 2011 | 237 |
| 2010 | 236 |
| 2009 | 220 |
| 2008 | 216 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49936-coniston-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.