About the school
Manilla Central School places the highest priorities on student welfare and individual achievement within a diverse rural community. As a Kindergarten to Year 12 school, it offers students the opportunity to complete their entire education in their local environment, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive secondary curriculum.
Educational Philosophy
The school is dedicated to creating a safe learning environment that fosters respect for others, tolerance, and cooperation. Visitors often remark on the warm welcome from students and the calm atmosphere maintained by both students and staff throughout the school day.
Academic Excellence
Manilla Central School is committed to being at the forefront of educational practices by applying new technologies alongside traditional academic subjects. The curriculum features a wide range of vocational courses, aimed at providing students with the skills necessary to reach their full potential. Academic results have shown steady improvement, influenced by explicit quality teaching practices and innovative programs.
Community Involvement
Strong ties to the local community support the school’s initiatives, with students and staff frequently receiving recognition for excellence in various fields, including academics, sports, and the arts. The school also places high importance on school-based apprenticeships and traineeships, facilitating pathways for students beyond school.
Holistic Approach
The focus on student wellbeing is reinforced through a system of pastoral care and programs that promote positive behaviour. Manilla Central School prides itself on knowing and valuing every student, ensuring that all feel included and empowered to succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Manilla Central School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Somerton Public School 22.4 km
- B Attunga Public School 22.9 km
- C Carroll Public School 37.5 km
- D Oxley Vale Public School 37.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 244 (111 girls, 133 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 243.4
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 855 (percentile 5)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 72% / 21% / 5% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 148
- Indigenous students
- 39%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 3%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 25.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 12 |
| Year 1 | 17 |
| Year 2 | 15 |
| Year 3 | 10 |
| Year 4 | 18 |
| Year 5 | 16 |
| Year 6 | 26 |
| Year 7 | 34 |
| Year 8 | 23 |
| Year 9 | 27 |
| Year 10 | 22 |
| Year 11 | 13 |
| Year 12 | 11 |
| Total | 244 |
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 | 244 | 111 | 133 | - | 855 | 25.5 |
| 2024 | 252 | 119 | 133 | 83.1 | 852 | 29.2 |
| 2023 | 247 | 111 | 136 | 81.6 | 850 | 29.4 |
| 2022 | 250 | 126 | 124 | 80.7 | 850 | 29.8 |
| 2021 | 236 | 122 | 114 | 86.2 | 856 | 28.9 |
| 2020 | 256 | 134 | 122 | - | 854 | 28.8 |
| 2019 | 265 | 135 | 130 | 85.6 | 856 | 28.8 |
| 2018 | 269 | 130 | 139 | 87 | 845 | 28.7 |
| 2017 | 301 | 152 | 149 | 88.9 | 860 | 28.2 |
| 2016 | 327 | 169 | 158 | 87.8 | 850 | 30.3 |
| 2015 | 334 | 167 | 167 | 89.8 | 858 | 30.3 |
| 2014 | 332 | 164 | 168 | 91.2 | 864 | 29.7 |
| 2013 | 339 | 172 | 167 | 90.5 | 875 | 29.7 |
| 2012 | 362 | 177 | 185 | 91.1 | 878 | 29.7 |
| 2011 | 375 | 173 | 202 | 90.6 | 870 | 30.1 |
| 2010 | 353 | 170 | 183 | - | 902 | 30.4 |
| 2009 | 354 | 165 | 189 | - | 913 | 30.3 |
| 2008 | 361 | 172 | 189 | - | 913 | 29.9 |
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.