# Nowra Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 517 (2025)
- **Address**: 74 Plunkett Street, Nowra NSW 2541
- **Phone**: (02) 4422 0401
- **Website**: https://nowra-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: nowra-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50172
- **Established**: 1862-01-01

## About

Nowra Public School, established in 1862, is committed to providing a professional and progressive service to the community and its children. The school aims to recognise the worth of each individual student, offering a variety of learning experiences to cater to the educational needs of all students in a happy, caring, and safe environment. A key belief of the school is that strong partnerships between home and school support students' development. Nowra Public School actively encourages the involvement of parents and community members in the life of the school through various avenues, such as joining the Parents and Citizens Association, participating in management committees, and assisting teachers and students in classrooms when appropriate.

## Inclusive Environment
The school prides itself on creating an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, respected, and valued for their unique backgrounds and cultures. This is reflected in their commitment to nurturing individual potential and encouraging a love of learning. The teaching team is dedicated to providing tailored learning support to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with high potential, additional needs, or those requiring wellbeing support.

## Community Involvement
Nowra Public School fosters strong partnerships with families and the local community to enhance the educational journey of each student. By collaborating with families, the school co-designs plans to ensure tailored learning experiences are effective and supportive.

The school's vision is to instil a lifelong commitment to learning, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and develop as a well-rounded individual.

## Mission

Nowra Public School's vision is ‘Every student learns, grows and belongs in our equitable and inclusive school community.’

Motto: "Aim to Achieve"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 517 |
| 2024 | 499 |
| 2023 | 537 |
| 2022 | 557 |
| 2021 | 566 |
| 2020 | 581 |
| 2019 | 604 |
| 2018 | 649 |
| 2017 | 628 |
| 2016 | 620 |
| 2015 | 623 |
| 2014 | 648 |
| 2013 | 643 |
| 2012 | 648 |
| 2011 | 628 |
| 2010 | 616 |
| 2009 | 600 |
| 2008 | 617 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50172-nowra-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.