Gilgandra High School

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About the school

Gilgandra High School is a comprehensive public school that serves students from Year 7 to Year 12. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that caters to the diverse needs of its student population. Located in Gilgandra, the school prides itself on its strong academic reputation, which is bolstered by a nurturing atmosphere that prioritises both academic success and personal wellbeing.

Curriculum and Opportunities

The curriculum at Gilgandra High School is designed to prepare students for the future. It includes a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests and passions, such as Creative and Performing Arts, Sports, and various cultural initiatives. Students are also encouraged to develop their leadership skills through numerous programs.

Support and Community Engagement

Gilgandra High School places a strong emphasis on fostering relationships with parents and the wider community. This connection is facilitated through the school’s Parents and Citizens organisation and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). The school is dedicated to ensuring that every student is supported in their learning journey, with tailored assistance available to meet individual needs.

Resources and Facilities

The school is equipped with modern technology resources, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. This commitment to quality teaching is mirrored by the school's experienced staff, who are dedicated to ongoing professional development. Additionally, the school participates in programs aimed at improving school infrastructure and creating a healthier learning environment.

Mission

Gilgandra High School is an inclusive, culturally diverse, rural school; collaborating with the wider community to ensure students aspire to meet educational, work and life challenges in a rapidly changing global environment.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Gilgandra High School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
185 (84 girls, 101 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
184.2
ICSEA What does this mean?
849 (percentile 5)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
63% / 26% / 9% / 2%
Indigenous students
44%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
27
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
11.4

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 31
Year 8 43
Year 9 40
Year 10 37
Year 11 20
Year 12 14
Total 185

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 185 84 101 - 849 27
2024 189 88 101 73.7 842 32.6
2023 189 92 97 78.9 859 31.2
2022 204 102 102 73.8 889 31.4
2021 225 112 113 81.6 895 30.4
2020 229 117 112 - 898 30.2
2019 222 117 105 79.6 891 30.2
2018 224 121 103 85.4 885 29.6
2017 237 130 107 87.8 886 30.3
2016 253 131 122 87.5 887 29.2
2015 264 136 128 89.4 873 30.4
2014 285 152 133 88.1 895 32.1
2013 325 166 159 89 886 33.7
2012 337 171 166 86.8 904 32.6
2011 320 155 165 85 902 32.6
2010 335 166 169 - 904 33.9
2009 350 176 174 - 987 34.6
2008 365 188 177 - 987 34.7

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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