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.
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:
- local intake areas
- non-local enrolments
- additional learning needs
- starting or transitioning to school
- moving schools
- other ways to enrol.
Our office staff are here to help, so contact us if you have any questions.
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.
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.

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.