# Gerringong Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 378 (2025)
- **Address**: Archibald Rd, Gerringong NSW 2534
- **Phone**: (02) 4234 1376
- **Website**: https://gerringong-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: gerringong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50050
- **Established**: 1876-03-01

## About

Gerringong Public School is located on the New South Wales South Coast, serving both the town and surrounding rural areas. The school's motto, "We Will Achieve," highlights a strong commitment to recognising and celebrating each child's individual achievements at both school and personal levels. Students at Gerringong Public School receive a diverse range of learning opportunities delivered by highly qualified and experienced staff, with a particular focus on Literacy and Numeracy. The school boasts excellent programs from Kindergarten to Year 6, which provide a solid foundation for future learning. Remarkably, Gerringong Public School consistently performs above the NSW state average in all areas of NAPLAN, reflecting its effectiveness in delivering quality education.

The school is well-resourced and features exceptional learning facilities. It is also notable for its achievements in sport and performing arts, with a strong emphasis on the importance of community involvement. Gerringong Public School values the partnership it has with parents and the wider community, encouraging active participation in school decision-making processes. The school's Shared Vision encapsulates its goals: "If students are motivated and inspired to learn, successful in achieving individual best, respectful and tolerant, are happy and enjoy school and feel cared for and cared about, we have succeeded and they 'Will Achieve' in their future endeavours." This comprehensive approach ensures that every student is known, valued, and supported within a caring environment that prioritises both academic and social development.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow, feel connected, and succeed.

Motto: "We Will Achieve."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 378 |
| 2024 | 388 |
| 2023 | 382 |
| 2022 | 397 |
| 2021 | 413 |
| 2020 | 439 |
| 2019 | 446 |
| 2018 | 453 |
| 2017 | 451 |
| 2016 | 418 |
| 2015 | 404 |
| 2014 | 411 |
| 2013 | 433 |
| 2012 | 398 |
| 2011 | 408 |
| 2010 | 385 |
| 2009 | 382 |
| 2008 | 368 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50050-gerringong-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.