Jamisontown Public School
South Penrith, NSW, 2750
School profile
ACARA
School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
27.6
21.7 teaching 路 5.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.6:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
317
Indigenous students
13%
Language other than English
23%
Girls vs boys
148 girls 路 169 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
About
Jamisontown Public School is a comprehensive, co-educational primary school in South Penrith, NSW, catering to students from Kindergarten through Year 6. The school is led by principal Jason Clarke and supported by dedicated professional staff and learning and wellbeing support teams. The school's vision frames its approach to education: "every student learns, grows and belongs in an equitable environment," with collaborative practices, shared responsibility, and high expectations forming the foundation of its learning culture. Authentic engagement with students, families, and staff ensures all voices contribute to decision-making across the school community. Strategic priorities shape day-to-day practice and school improvement. Staff apply evidence-based explicit teaching and feedback practices as a core instructional approach, and maintaining high levels of student attendance is an active focus. Challenging high-potential and gifted learners is a named specialism, with dedicated programs supporting students who require extension beyond the standard curriculum. Learning and wellbeing support teams work alongside classroom teachers to address the diverse needs of students, reflecting a whole-school commitment to both academic progress and student welfare.
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Pay and agreement
Graduate
$90,117
Starting salary
Top of scale
$137,861
Highly Accomplished / Lead Teacher
Super
12.0%
Employer contribution
Under the Crown Employees (Teachers) Award 2024. Full-time equivalent, before allowances.
Work out your pay stepWhat you need to teach here
Required before you can be employed at any NSW school.
Location
Remoteness
Major city