# Kemblawarra Public School

Kemblawarra Public School is a NSW government primary school in Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 153 (2025)
- **Address**: Shellharbour Rd, Port Kembla NSW 2505
- **Phone**: (02) 4274 2024
- **Website**: https://kemblawarr-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: kemblawarr-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49960
- **Established**: 1959-01-01

## About

Kemblawarra Public School is a small P-6 educational institution located on the south coast of NSW, near Port Kembla. The school is noted for having a diverse student body, with a high proportion of students from Aboriginal and multicultural backgrounds. It has built a strong reputation in the district for its dedication to student welfare, Aboriginal studies, environmental education, and fitness training. The school is well-resourced and features high-quality teaching. Students have a variety of engaging activities available to them, including chess, singing, gardening, and movie making. Overall, students consistently achieve excellent results across all Key Learning Areas.

## Core Values
Kemblawarra Public School maintains high expectations in all areas of learning. It prioritises a core set of values, namely safety, respect, and responsibility, creating a supportive environment where every child can feel included and confident.

## Educational Commitment
The school’s educational foundation revolves around a Core Knowledge Curriculum that incorporates diverse historical, scientific, and cultural content. This approach ensures that students receive a comprehensive education, accommodating various learning needs and styles through tailored support and a broad curriculum.

## Community Engagement
The school values collaboration with families and the local community, aiming to provide a nurturing educational journey. Kemblawarra Public School is not only focused on academic excellence but also prepares students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.

## Mission

Kemblawarra Public School helps every student to learn, grow and succeed. Its core values include safety, respect, and responsibility.

Motto: "Work Hard - Be Kind - Stand Proud"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 153 |
| 2024 | 151 |
| 2023 | 141 |
| 2022 | 141 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2020 | 120 |
| 2019 | 115 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2016 | 101 |
| 2015 | 95 |
| 2014 | 91 |
| 2013 | 83 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2008 | 79 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49960-kemblawarra-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.