Walgett Community College - High School
Courage and excellence
About the school
Walgett Community College - High School is a comprehensive, coeducational secondary school situated in Walgett, catering to students from Year 7 to Year 12. With a current enrolment of 106 students, the school boasts a significant 97% Aboriginal student population. The school's mission revolves around building a supportive and inclusive community where every student is encouraged to learn, grow, and succeed. Through a strong focus on the holistic development of the whole child, they address academic, physical, mental, and socio-cultural needs, recognising the critical importance of each aspect in achieving successful educational outcomes.
Educational Opportunities
The school offers a diverse range of subjects and vocational courses in partnership with NSW TAFE, aiming to create pathways to employment for all students. This commitment is bolstered by funding from PSP and CAP, enabling a sustainable approach to learning that prepares students for the future. Additionally, programs that celebrate culture and language form an integral part of the curriculum, further solidifying the community's involvement in the educational process.
Facilities and Support
Recent upgrades to the school infrastructure have enhanced the learning environment, including new teaching spaces and wellbeing support. The school is committed to providing tailored learning support that meets the varying needs of each student, ensuring a nurturing educational atmosphere. Furthermore, Walgett Community College promotes student success through participation in competitions and various extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded individuals ready to make meaningful contributions to their communities.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our vision: Excellence in education with improved student outcomes through excellence in teaching, high expectations, a focus on language and culture fostering resilient, positive and supportive relationships in partnership with the community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Walgett Community College - High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Walgett Community College - Primary School 823 m
- B Carinda Public School 63.7 km
- C Lightning Ridge Central School 68.3 km
- D Collarenebri Central School 69.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 83 (48 girls, 35 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 83
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 677 (percentile 1)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 88% / 8% / 3% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 216
- Indigenous students
- 96%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 23.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 14 |
| Year 8 | 19 |
| Year 9 | 18 |
| Year 10 | 18 |
| Year 11 | 7 |
| Year 12 | 7 |
| Total | 83 |
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 | 83 | 48 | 35 | - | 677 | 23.8 |
| 2024 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 45 | 652 | 25.1 |
| 2023 | 98 | 59 | 39 | 46.8 | 669 | 24.1 |
| 2022 | 104 | 61 | 43 | 41.6 | 704 | 21.2 |
| 2021 | 119 | 63 | 56 | 47 | 700 | 21.2 |
| 2020 | 117 | 62 | 55 | - | 701 | 22.2 |
| 2019 | 106 | 49 | 57 | 68 | 706 | 21.9 |
| 2018 | 107 | 57 | 50 | 60.4 | 709 | 20.7 |
| 2017 | 98 | 50 | 48 | 68.3 | 672 | 20.8 |
| 2016 | 92 | 51 | 41 | 60.9 | 673 | 17.3 |
| 2015 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 60.8 | 664 | 20.2 |
| 2014 | 95 | 57 | 38 | 63.6 | 661 | 18.4 |
| 2013 | 108 | 56 | 52 | 68.8 | 666 | 18 |
| 2012 | 104 | 58 | 46 | 71.7 | 645 | 22.4 |
| 2011 | 116 | 67 | 49 | 74.2 | 639 | 21.5 |
| 2010 | 105 | 59 | 46 | - | 635 | 20.7 |
| 2009 | 99 | 55 | 44 | - | 618 | 23.7 |
| 2008 | 141 | 67 | 74 | - | 618 | 31.7 |
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.