Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus
Campus of Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
Standing Tall
About the school
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus is a middle years school that serves students from Year 7 to Year 10. Located in a rural setting, the school prides itself on fostering successful, confident, and socially responsible adolescents through quality, responsive, and engaging learning experiences. The close partnership with local primary schools ensures a smooth transition for students as they progress to the campus.
The school is committed to an inclusive environment where excellence and effort are celebrated. With a strong focus on personal achievement, it recognises student aspirations across various domains including academics, leadership, arts, sports, and community involvement. The dedicated and highly qualified staff collaborate closely with families to ensure students receive tailored learning experiences designed to meet diverse needs.
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi is renowned for its robust curriculum and extracurricular offerings housed in modern facilities. The unique programs, such as the Talented Elite Athlete Program and the Creative and Performing Arts Talent Development initiatives, empower students to explore and excel in their passions. The school also supports Aboriginal education and promotes leadership through various initiatives, including student volunteering and Duke of Edinburgh opportunities.
The positive reputation of the college has resulted in strong enrolments as families seek to be part of a community that values learning and personal growth. The school exemplifies its motto, 'Standing Tall', embodying the core values of Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, and Fairness, fostering an environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Mission
'A safe and inclusive community of creative, connected and independent learners that is built on mutual respect and the desire to succeed.'
Part of Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
One of 3 campuses that make up this college:
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Berkeley Vale Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
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The Entrance Campus
- 7-12
- Co-ed
Location & Catchment Area
- Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: The Entrance Campus 3.4 km
- B Connected campus: Berkeley Vale Campus 6.6 km
- C Wamberal Public School 1.9 km
- D Bateau Bay Public School 2.1 km
- E Brooke Avenue Public School 2.4 km
- F Killarney Vale Public School 3.4 km
- G Holgate Public School 4.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 802 (365 girls, 437 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 802
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 972 (percentile 34)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 34% / 20% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 103
- Indigenous students
- 15%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 61.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 161 |
| Year 8 | 185 |
| Year 9 | 222 |
| Year 10 | 234 |
| Total | 802 |
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 | 802 | 365 | 437 | - | 972 | 61.2 |
| 2024 | 868 | 408 | 460 | 79.8 | 975 | 64.4 |
| 2023 | 981 | 482 | 499 | 80.8 | 976 | 72.5 |
| 2022 | 1,076 | 530 | 546 | 77.8 | 972 | 78.4 |
| 2021 | 1,158 | 559 | 599 | 82.8 | 972 | 78.9 |
| 2020 | 1,170 | 574 | 596 | - | 971 | 79.1 |
| 2019 | 1,131 | 547 | 584 | 84.3 | 974 | 77.4 |
| 2018 | 1,113 | 524 | 589 | 84.7 | 960 | 76.2 |
| 2017 | 1,090 | 527 | 563 | 87.3 | 958 | 74.8 |
| 2016 | 1,057 | 498 | 559 | 85.1 | 953 | 74.1 |
| 2015 | 1,082 | 503 | 579 | 86.8 | 949 | 75.6 |
| 2014 | 1,045 | 517 | 528 | 88.1 | 946 | 73.5 |
| 2013 | 1,021 | 507 | 514 | 86.6 | 950 | 73.9 |
| 2012 | 1,019 | 476 | 543 | 87.4 | 937 | 72.3 |
| 2011 | 976 | 471 | 505 | 87 | 936 | 69.5 |
| 2010 | 963 | 486 | 477 | - | 935 | 69.6 |
| 2009 | 877 | 443 | 434 | - | 985 | 65.5 |
| 2008 | 837 | 428 | 409 | - | 985 | 65 |
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.