Enrol

Our school welcomes enrolments throughout the school year. Enrol today or talk to us to find out how your child can join our school.

Visit us before you enrol

Starting a new school is a big step. We're here to help make the transition a smooth and positive experience for every student and their family.

We offer school tours, open days, and a Kindergarten Headstart orientation program. These events help you and your child feel prepared for starting school.

Meet our friendly staff, explore our school facilities, and see what makes our school a great place to learn.

Contact us to find out what’s available and how we can support you before your child starts at our school.

Ready to enrol?

We’re excited to welcome your family to our school community! To begin your journey, simply complete our online application form.

Enrol online

How to enrol

Every child has the right to access quality public education in their local community. The designated intake area is determined by the Department of Education. This ensures that there are enough places for students who reside in their local enrolment area. Although preferable, designated local schools may not always be the closest public school to your home.

The Enrolment of Students policy sets out the entitlements and requirements for enrolment. The parent factsheet (PDF 103KB) is available to explain recent changes to the enrolment policy.

Use School Finder to find your local NSW Government school. If you live in our local intake area, start your journey to join our vibrant school community today and apply online by completing our online enrolment application.

Visit NSW Department of Education for more information on enrolling in NSW public schools including:

Our office staff are here to help, so contact us if you have any questions.

Starting Kindergarten

Picture that says Ettalong Public School Enrol Now for Kindergarten 2026 Secure your child's place in our Term 4 HeadStart transition to school program today! on a yellow background with a dark blue bar of colour at the bottom and top and the school logo

Moving to high school

Visit the  moving to high school  page to find out more about the transition of year 6 students into year 7.

Temporary visas and international students

The  Temporary Residents Program  has information about eligibility and the forms to complete an application.

Distance education

Distance education is an equity program for students who are geographically isolated or whose individual circumstances prevent them from regularly attending school. Students must meet one of the conditions in the Distance Education Enrolment Procedures to be eligible to access this program as a full-time student.

For more information about educational opportunities in rural areas, visit  Rural and distance education.

Moving overseas

Moving overseas and need school reports authenticated for DFAT?

Email  document.authentication@det.nsw.edu.au  to arrange to bring original documents to 105 Phillip Street, Parramatta 2150.

Download our enrolment form

If you don’t want to enrol online, you can download and fill out the enrolment form. Then hand it in at our school's front office.

Application to enrol in a NSW government school (PDF 696KB)

Etta's Guide to Ettalong Public School

This booklet is a quick guide to Ettalong Public School: our values, routines, and key info for families. Inside, you’ll find what you need to feel welcome and connected. We believe every child belongs and can thrive here.

Click her to download our school booklet

Thumbnail of the booklet Etta's guide to Ettalong Public School

School contributions

In NSW public schools, all financial contributions are voluntary. Every student has full access to the curriculum, regardless of whether contributions are made.

For more information, see Voluntary school contributions on the Department of Education's website.

Parent portal

Use our parent portal apps to make a payment, view reports and record absences.

Travel to our school

Learn about local transport options and how to get here safely.