Hillston Central School

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Quality learning in a caring community school.

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About the school

Hillston Central School promotes a caring and positive learning environment that encourages all students to become responsible members of society. With an enrolment of approximately 150 students from Kindergarten to Year 12, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of its community. The school is a member of the Riverina Access Partnership, which enhances educational opportunities for Stage 6 students through innovative technologies such as video conferencing.

Curriculum and Programs

Hillston Central School provides a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, allowing students to explore their interests and develop various skills. The school integrates technology into learning, equipping classrooms with interactive whiteboards and iPads to enhance educational experiences. The Australian Children's Music Foundation enriches the musical education of primary students, culminating in an eagerly awaited school musical each year.

Community Engagement

The school fosters a strong sense of community, with parents actively involved in various events, including sports carnivals and musical performances. The Parents and Citizens Association plays a vital role in supporting school initiatives beyond fundraising, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.

Support Services

Dedicated learning and wellbeing support teams assist families, co-designing plans to optimise student learning. Transition programs for new students entering Kindergarten, Year 7, and Year 11 are designed to ensure smooth progression and a sense of belonging.

Cultural and Sporting Activities

Cultural activities such as arts days and NAIDOC celebrations are regularly scheduled, with students achieving success in regional sporting events, demonstrating the school’s commitment to developing well-rounded individuals who contribute to their community.

Mission

To promote equality of opportunity in a caring and positive learning environment so that all students are encouraged to become responsible members of society.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Hillston Central School

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Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
212 (109 girls, 103 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
211.2
ICSEA What does this mean?
911 (percentile 13)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
53% / 31% / 13% / 3%
Indigenous students
22%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
21.9
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
6.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 16
Year 1 18
Year 2 20
Year 3 20
Year 4 16
Year 5 21
Year 6 18
Year 7 23
Year 8 18
Year 9 10
Year 10 16
Year 11 12
Year 12 4
Total 212

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 212 109 103 - 911 21.9
2024 211 108 103 85.7 907 20
2023 206 102 104 84.7 916 21.5
2022 195 98 97 83.7 914 19.7
2021 169 80 89 86.5 919 19.2
2020 176 92 84 - 930 19.3
2019 175 85 90 86.8 916 18
2018 163 84 79 88 905 17.2
2017 164 87 77 89.4 915 18.1
2016 150 77 73 89.6 909 16.3
2015 166 81 85 90.6 927 18
2014 167 87 80 90.2 933 20
2013 175 90 85 88.8 931 19.3
2012 179 95 84 88.4 940 19.3
2011 171 88 83 90.5 926 19.4
2010 213 113 100 - 874 21.7
2009 253 139 114 - 899 24.6
2008 226 119 107 - 899 26.3

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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