About the school
Chifley College Shalvey Campus is a comprehensive 7-10 school situated in Mount Druitt, offering a diverse and innovative curriculum aimed at fostering students' general capabilities. The school focuses on a holistic approach to education, ensuring improved life outcomes through enhanced learning experiences. Stage 4 classes operate within a supportive team teaching environment, while Stage 5 classes provide various learning pathways tailored to meet the students' future needs.
In 2018, Chifley College Shalvey Campus was recognised for its innovative leadership in developing general capabilities linked with the Australian curriculum. The school prides itself on strong community ties and continually seeks opportunities to enhance its relationships with parents, cultural groups, and feeder primary schools. The recent completion of the Cooler Classrooms project has further improved the learning environment, ensuring students enjoy healthier classroom conditions.
Chifley College Shalvey Campus is committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where each student feels safe and respected. The school fosters a culture of cooperation, teamwork, and open communication among students, families, teachers, and community members. This collaborative spirit enables effective partnerships that benefit the entire school community and supports student learning and well-being. With a dedicated staff and a focus on quality education, the school aims to inspire excellence and lifelong learning.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Part of Chifley College
One of 5 campuses that make up this college:
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Bidwill Campus
- 7-12
- Co-ed
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Dunheved Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
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Mount Druitt Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
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Senior Campus
- 11-12
- Co-ed
Location & Catchment Area
- Chifley College Shalvey Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: Mount Druitt Campus 1.7 km
- B Connected campus: Bidwill Campus 2.0 km
- C Connected campus: Dunheved Campus 3.0 km
- D Connected campus: Senior Campus 4.8 km
- E Noumea Public School 433 m
- F Shalvey Public School 579 m
- G Lethbridge Park Public School 951 m
- H Niland School 969 m
- I Willmot Public School 1.2 km
- J Blackett Public School 1.4 km
- K Emerton Public School 1.5 km
- L Dawson Public School 1.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 391 (201 girls, 190 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 391
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 828 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 82% / 14% / 3% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 193
- Indigenous students
- 38%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 33%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 43
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 113 |
| Year 8 | 81 |
| Year 9 | 96 |
| Year 10 | 101 |
| Total | 391 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 391 | 201 | 190 | - | 828 | 43 |
| 2024 | 358 | 190 | 168 | 75.5 | 827 | 39 |
| 2023 | 371 | 179 | 192 | 76.6 | 840 | 40.6 |
| 2022 | 387 | 189 | 198 | 71.5 | 806 | 43.2 |
| 2021 | 389 | 184 | 205 | 77.5 | 826 | 42.9 |
| 2020 | 409 | 198 | 211 | - | 828 | 40.6 |
| 2019 | 382 | 181 | 201 | 81.5 | 827 | 39.5 |
| 2018 | 323 | 152 | 171 | 84.5 | 829 | 36.9 |
| 2017 | 313 | 145 | 168 | 84.6 | 817 | 37 |
| 2016 | 350 | 161 | 189 | 83 | 825 | 39.3 |
| 2015 | 368 | 173 | 195 | 79.2 | 830 | 39.3 |
| 2014 | 384 | 178 | 206 | 82.4 | 818 | 39.4 |
| 2013 | 394 | 174 | 220 | 84.2 | 833 | 39.9 |
| 2012 | 392 | 166 | 226 | 83.2 | 858 | 40.6 |
| 2011 | 405 | 169 | 236 | 84.3 | 861 | 41.1 |
| 2010 | 404 | 167 | 237 | - | 864 | 41.2 |
| 2009 | 400 | 172 | 228 | - | 840 | 42.9 |
| 2008 | 416 | 181 | 235 | - | 840 | 43.3 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.