Nailsworth Primary is a government co-ed school built on project-based learning and STEM.
NAPLAN modestly above national year-level averages; the result is a B+ overall.
Nailsworth Primary is a government co-ed school built on project-based learning and STEM. Performing arts and music drama are strong, backed by an active STEM Club and Debating Club. The school suits families wanting an inquiry-driven approach with solid arts and speaking opportunities. The mix of hands-on learning and performance programs creates a well-rounded environment for engaged learners.
Nailsworth Primary School is also known as Nailsworth PS and NPS Nailsworth.
Nailsworth Primary School draws students from the Nailsworth Primary School.
Nailsworth Primary School has an overall SchoolRank score of 61.3/100, rated "Good". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, extracurricular programs, and value for money. Academically, the school scores 63/100, indicating moderate performance relative to other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1106, well above the national average of 1,000.
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Nailsworth Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 415 across the tested NAPLAN domains, in line with the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 515, above the national average of 490 for that year level. Relative to national year-level averages, the school's strongest domain is Spelling. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher, a school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Nailsworth Primary School is a medium-sized government primary school with approximately 548 students. It offers education for years R-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.
Nailsworth Primary 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. The school has a value score of 66/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.
Nailsworth Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.9:1. This is above the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 24% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 93%, which is strong.
Nailsworth Primary School is located in Nailsworth, SA, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1106 (86th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is above average, families tend to have higher education and income levels. 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.