# Ulmarra Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 72 (2025)
- **Address**: 2476 Big River Way, Ulmarra NSW 2462
- **Phone**: (02) 6644 5266
- **Website**: https://ulmarra-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: ulmarra-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 57495
- **Established**: 1891-05-01

## About

Ulmarra Public School is located 12 km north of Grafton in an historic river port village. The school serves around 80 students and is supported by a dynamic and committed community. It features a dedicated staff with a blend of highly qualified and experienced teachers alongside enthusiastic recent graduates. With a strong focus on Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the school is equipped with fully networked computers, interactive whiteboards in every classroom, and videoconferencing facilities. 

The school offers quality programs designed for students with special needs as well as enrichment opportunities for gifted and talented students, evidenced by junior students consistently achieving reading results 1 to 2 years ahead of expected levels. Ulmarra Public School also runs a preschool transition program once a week throughout the school year, aiding young learners in their educational journey. 

Inclusivity is a hallmark of the school culture, with opportunities available for all students to participate in performing arts, leadership roles, and sporting teams. The school's Parliament actively engages in decision-making processes, fostering a sense of ownership among students. Extra-curricular programs include filmmaking, Brain Gym, The Perceptual Motor Skills Program, and a specialised ICT class for gifted students. 

Overall, Ulmarra Public School is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive, reflect its vision of promoting high expectations for student learning and growth.

## Mission

# We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Ulmarra Public School's mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment where every student can learn and grow, continually enhancing their personal and academic success.

Motto: "Deeds Not Words"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 72 |
| 2024 | 81 |
| 2023 | 85 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2020 | 71 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2016 | 61 |
| 2015 | 67 |
| 2014 | 78 |
| 2013 | 78 |
| 2012 | 83 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2009 | 70 |
| 2008 | 64 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/57495-ulmarra-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.