Penrith Public School

Penrith, NSW, 2750

Government Primary 路 Years K-6 Co-educational 524 students Major city
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School profile

ACARA

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

52.1

41.1 teaching 路 11 non-teaching

Students per teacher

12.7:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

524

Indigenous students

11%

Language other than English

49%

Girls vs boys

262 girls 路 262 boys

50%
50%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

About

Penrith Public School is a well-established institution with a rich 160-year history, currently serving 502 students including 42 in Hearing and Multi-categorical support classes. The school community is culturally diverse, representing 48 nationalities with significant populations from Asian and Arabic-speaking countries, alongside a substantial Aboriginal enrolment of 64 students. The school's motto "Forward with Pride" reflects its emphasis on positive self-esteem and resilience, with students supported to develop their interests and abilities through programs in academic, sporting, cultural and performing arts. The school's mission centres on student growth, wellbeing, community engagement and providing opportunities for students to succeed at their personal best.

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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.

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What you need to teach here

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NESA Teacher Accreditation

NSW Education Standards Authority

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NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Office of the Children's Guardian

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Location

Remoteness

Major city