Portland Central School
Opportunity, innovation and student success.
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
- Portland Central School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Cullen Bullen Public School 7.8 km
- B Meadow Flat Public School 10.4 km
- C Wallerawang Public School 10.9 km
- D Cooerwull Public School 20.8 km
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%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 168
- Indigenous students
- 39%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 3%
- 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.