Portland Central School

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About the school

Portland Central School warmly welcomes new families to experience its caring, personalised approach to learning. As a K-12 institution, it ensures that students enjoy a seamless transition at every stage of their educational journey. The school fosters a strong spirit through positive behaviour for learning, restorative discipline, high expectations, and uniform adherence.

Educational Focus

Highly qualified staff, including subject specialists, are dedicated to helping every student reach their potential. Literacy and numeracy are priorities, with effective programs resulting in students exiting foundation years reading above stage expectations. The school also boasts extensive music and creative art programs, with students successfully participating in local eisteddfods and community performances.

Cultural and Support Programs

Indigenous cultural experiences are embedded in daily practice, fostering connections with the land and learning Wiradjuri language in an active yarning circle. Leadership opportunities are available through the Student Representative Council, and various sporting events enable students to represent the school at western region and district levels.

Strong wellbeing programs, including Second Step, enhance social and emotional skills, bolstered by external outreach initiatives. The school provides access to speech therapy and counselling services, ensuring comprehensive support.

Modern Facilities

Portland Central School is committed to a future-focused educational experience with state-of-the-art technology and facilities. Features include interactive panels, iPads, computer centres, and a commercial kitchen. During breaks, students can enjoy amenities such as a student-operated café and a multi-purpose community centre.

Community Engagement

The school actively engages with the local community through events and outreach. Opportunities for students include participating in the Spring Fair, visiting the local aged care facility, and engaging in sustainability initiatives. Portland Central School prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is valued.

Mission

Empowering our students to grow, achieve and succeed in a supportive and inclusive school community.

Location & Catchment Area

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
204 (109 girls, 95 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
202.6
ICSEA What does this mean?
845 (percentile 5)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
72% / 21% / 5% / 1%
Indigenous students
39%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
23.7
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
9.9

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 12
Year 1 15
Year 2 8
Year 3 17
Year 4 9
Year 5 10
Year 6 11
Year 7 22
Year 8 22
Year 9 33
Year 10 22
Year 11 12
Year 12 11
Total 204

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 204 109 95 - 845 23.7
2024 170 87 83 75.5 835 23.4
2023 175 93 82 79 837 22.9
2022 178 96 82 80 863 19.5
2021 165 88 77 84.3 876 17.5
2020 130 61 69 - 866 15.2
2019 106 47 59 86.8 859 13.3
2018 127 62 65 86.5 842 14.8
2017 146 65 81 89.4 844 18.6
2016 178 80 98 87.5 847 17.9
2015 184 86 98 86.9 861 17.9
2014 179 76 103 87.6 860 18.3
2013 180 79 101 86 864 19
2012 179 87 92 90.6 869 20.5
2011 166 87 79 89.3 873 19.4
2010 150 89 61 - 909 19.6
2009 136 75 61 - 912 19.7
2008 159 84 75 - 912 21.1

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.

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