Very small government primary school (14 students, K–6) in outer regional Dorrigo, NSW.
Hernani Public School is also known as HPS Dorrigo.
Hernani Public School draws students from the Hernani PS.
Hernani Public School is a very small government primary school with approximately 14 students. It offers education for years K-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Hernani Public School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Hernani Public School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 30% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 93%, which is strong.
Hernani Public School is located in Dorrigo, NSW, classified as a outer regional school. With an ICSEA of 1049 (68th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.