# Nowra East Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Preschool to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 420 (2025)
- **Address**: Jervis St, Nowra East NSW 2541
- **Phone**: (02) 4421 3539
- **Website**: https://nowraeast-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: nowraeast-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50170
- **Established**: 1964-01-01

## About

Nowra East Public School is a dynamic, community-based school situated on the New South Wales South Coast. Catering to approximately 420 students, the school prides itself on providing an excellent learning environment. It has a notable enrolment of Aboriginal students, with a strong commitment to embedding Indigenous perspectives across all areas of learning. The school's core values are built around being safe, respectful, and responsible learners, which are underscored by a whole school Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) strategy. 

The school comprises 15 mainstream classes, 5 support classes, and a Department of Education preschool, ensuring a variety of educational opportunities for its students. By focusing on literacy, numeracy, and student engagement, Nowra East Public School helps students achieve their personal best. Professional development for staff is a priority, with a focus on maintaining evidence-based pedagogy. 

Nowra East Public School has established a solid reputation in academic achievement and student wellbeing, supported by initiatives such as the Mia Mia Wellbeing Hub. The school environment fosters a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where students, alongside their families, can feel comfortable and welcomed. With a commitment to providing quality education that incorporates sporting, artistic, and academic pursuits, the school prepares students for future successes and active citizenship. 

The school is currently undergoing infrastructure upgrades as part of the NSW Government's commitment to enhancing educational facilities, thereby ensuring that students learn in modern, safe, and well-equipped settings.

## Mission

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

Motto: "Safe, Responsible, and Respectful Learners."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 420 |
| 2024 | 435 |
| 2023 | 451 |
| 2022 | 454 |
| 2021 | 431 |
| 2020 | 426 |
| 2019 | 359 |
| 2018 | 339 |
| 2017 | 373 |
| 2016 | 351 |
| 2015 | 344 |
| 2014 | 321 |
| 2013 | 299 |
| 2012 | 290 |
| 2011 | 290 |
| 2010 | 298 |
| 2009 | 297 |
| 2008 | 287 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50170-nowra-east-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.