# Lake Illawarra South Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 177 (2025)
- **Address**: 119-129 Reddall Parade, Lake Illawarra NSW 2528
- **Phone**: (02) 4295 1924
- **Website**: https://lakeillaws-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: lakeillaws-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50026
- **Established**: 1954-01-01

## About

Lake Illawarra South Public School enjoys an enviable location adjacent to both lake and sea. The school is justifiably proud of its strong community ties and the warm working relationship that exists between the school and the community it serves. High-quality literacy and numeracy programs form the heart and soul of the school. These programs are underpinned by an integrated curriculum that spans all subject areas. 

## Teaching and Learning
Technology is integral to teaching and learning within the school, with all classes making use of interactive smartboards to support educational activities. Opportunities for sporting activities abound and are a vital part of the school's culture. There is a culture of high expectations, with ongoing self-evaluation, reflection, and modification to provide students with the best possible teaching and learning experiences. The school aims to help each child achieve his or her personal best through various welfare programs designed to empower students.

## Community Involvement
Lake Illawarra South Public School fosters strong relationships with its families, aiming to create a welcoming and safe environment where every child feels valued. The school acknowledges its location on Dharawal Country and respects the Elders for their contributions to education. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the school nurtures curiosity, creativity, and resilience through quality teaching and meaningful learning experiences. 

The school's encouraging motto, 'you can do it,' reflects its ethos of supporting every student to learn, grow, and succeed.

## Mission

# Lake Illawarra South Public School
We support all students to learn, grow and succeed. Become a part of our welcoming and inclusive school community today. 
Lake Illawarra South Public School proudly sits on Dharawal Country. We acknowledge the Elders, past and present, for they hold the knowledge, stories and songlines of the Dharawal, Wodi Wodi and Elouri people, and for their contribution to public education. Together, may we walk towards reconciliation.

Motto: "you can do it."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 177 |
| 2024 | 186 |
| 2023 | 196 |
| 2022 | 198 |
| 2021 | 195 |
| 2020 | 200 |
| 2019 | 216 |
| 2018 | 235 |
| 2017 | 241 |
| 2016 | 237 |
| 2015 | 241 |
| 2014 | 249 |
| 2013 | 244 |
| 2012 | 260 |
| 2011 | 261 |
| 2010 | 274 |
| 2009 | 270 |
| 2008 | 283 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50026-lake-illawarra-south-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.