About the school
Gulargambone Central School is a K to 12 educational institution located 120 kilometres north of Dubbo, within the Warrumbungle School Group in the Western Region. The school serves a diverse student body, with 73% of students identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Gulargambone Central School is committed to providing a supportive learning environment from Kindergarten through Year 12, with dedicated staff who focus on individual learning needs. The funding received from various programs, including the Country Area Program (CAP), Norta Norta Program, and Priority School Program (PSP), enables the implementation of numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing student outcomes across Key Learning Areas.
Facilities and Community Role
The school boasts excellent facilities, including well-maintained classrooms and access to the latest technology. Gulargambone Central School plays a pivotal role in its community and is supported by an active Parents and Citizens organisation. The formation of an Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) in 2006 has fostered strategic partnerships with the Aboriginal community, further aiming to improve educational outcomes for Aboriginal students.
Commitment to Student Success
With a vision that every student is known, valued, and supported, the school emphasises a holistic approach to education. Teachers work collaboratively with families to tailor learning plans that best meet individual student needs. This commitment leads to a nurturing educational experience that encourages personal growth and academic success.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our vision: Every student known, valued and supported to achieve their best in a safe, inclusive and inspiring learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gulargambone Central School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Coonamble Public School 42.4 km
- B Coonamble High School 42.6 km
- C Tooraweenah Public School 43.0 km
- D Gilgandra High School 45.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 104 (46 girls, 58 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 104
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 693 (percentile 1)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 89% / 9% / 1% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 217
- Indigenous students
- 83%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 12 |
| Year 1 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 10 |
| Year 3 | 11 |
| Year 4 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 3 |
| Year 6 | 14 |
| Year 7 | 2 |
| Year 8 | 10 |
| Year 9 | 12 |
| Year 10 | 7 |
| Year 11 | 4 |
| Year 12 | 3 |
| Total | 104 |
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 | 104 | 46 | 58 | - | 693 | 11.4 |
| 2024 | 94 | 42 | 52 | 82.8 | 706 | 13.3 |
| 2023 | 91 | 43 | 48 | 81.2 | 716 | 12.1 |
| 2022 | 74 | 33 | 41 | 80.9 | 693 | 11.8 |
| 2021 | 78 | 38 | 40 | 82.3 | 686 | 11.1 |
| 2020 | 67 | 34 | 33 | - | 677 | 10.7 |
| 2019 | 72 | 38 | 34 | 85.5 | 663 | 10.6 |
| 2018 | 66 | 32 | 34 | 89.5 | 686 | 8.3 |
| 2017 | 66 | 31 | 35 | 90.4 | 659 | 9.5 |
| 2016 | 64 | 31 | 33 | 88.8 | 742 | 10.6 |
| 2015 | 81 | 38 | 43 | 84.8 | 723 | 8.9 |
| 2014 | 69 | 26 | 43 | 86.6 | 747 | 8.9 |
| 2013 | 69 | 29 | 40 | 83.5 | 736 | 9 |
| 2012 | 68 | 28 | 40 | 85.5 | 728 | 10.3 |
| 2011 | 67 | 36 | 31 | 83.3 | 739 | 9.8 |
| 2010 | 77 | 38 | 39 | - | 724 | 9.7 |
| 2009 | 64 | 31 | 33 | - | 653 | 10.8 |
| 2008 | 86 | 42 | 44 | - | 653 | 10.6 |
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.