Walgett Community College - High School

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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

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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%
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.

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