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Tharawal Public School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Tharawal Public School is a government primary school in Menai, NSW, for K–6. It had 328 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Tharawal Public School

Menai, NSW 2234

Government
Co-Ed
Primary
Years
K–6
Primary
Students
328
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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Committed to quality education with a strong focus on numeracy and literacy.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum with an emphasis on mutual respect, encouraging academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. Caring staff foster a supportive environment, ensuring a balanced approach to education and promoting positive relationships within the community.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School typePrimarySectorGovernment
Year levelsK–6Enrolments328
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:17.5
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary
Year levelsK–6
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments328
Teacher–student ratio1:17.5
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.03582021: 358 students · K–620212022: 356 students · K–620222023: 352 students · K–620232024: 353 students · K–620242025: 328 students · K–62025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
193(58.8%)
Girls
135(41.2%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
25%
English only
75%
Not stated
0%

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Tharawal Public School

70 Gerald Rd, Illawong NSW 2234, Menai NSW 2234

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