About the school
Curlewis Public School, located 20km south of Gunnedah, serves the village of Curlewis and surrounding areas. With an enrolment of 52 students in 2009, 30% of whom identify as Aboriginal, Curlewis Public School is committed to providing quality educational programs delivered by dedicated and highly qualified teachers. The school emphasises a strong academic focus, particularly in literacy, using the Accelerated Literacy program from Kindergarten to Year 6. This nationally accredited program enables students to learn through high-quality picture books and texts, enhancing their writing and comprehension skills.
In addition to academic pursuits, Curlewis Public School offers a vibrant instrumental music program, where all primary students engage with brass or percussion instruments. The school also encourages participation in various sports, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to develop their skills individually and in teams. The school's recent Cooler Classrooms project has improved the learning environment by creating healthier classroom spaces. Curlewis Public School prides itself on welcoming all students from diverse backgrounds and fostering a supportive environment where each child feels safe and encouraged to thrive. The school works closely with families, providing tailored learning support to meet individual needs and ensure optimal educational outcomes. The commitment to creating well-rounded global citizens is apparent through its cultural inclusivity and community connections.
Mission
At Curlewis Public School, we strive to create a safe, inclusive and inspiring learning environment where every student is valued, supported and empowered to achieve their personal best. We are committed to fostering curiosity, resilience and a love of learning, ensuring all students grow into confident, capable and responsible members of the community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Curlewis Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A G S Kidd Memorial School 13.7 km
- B Gunnedah South Public School 14.0 km
- C Gunnedah High School 15.0 km
- D Gunnedah Public School 15.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 77 (30 girls, 47 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 77
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 833 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 64% / 29% / 5% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 134
- Indigenous students
- 62%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 10 |
| Year 1 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 11 |
| Year 3 | 12 |
| Year 4 | 11 |
| Year 5 | 15 |
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Total | 77 |
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 | 77 | 30 | 47 | - | 833 | 5.1 |
| 2024 | 86 | 37 | 49 | 89.9 | 831 | 5.1 |
| 2023 | 92 | 40 | 52 | 89 | 818 | 5 |
| 2022 | 77 | 34 | 43 | 86.4 | 828 | 5 |
| 2021 | 56 | 27 | 29 | 91.2 | 815 | 3.8 |
| 2020 | 56 | 28 | 28 | - | 817 | 3.7 |
| 2019 | 48 | 26 | 22 | 93.9 | 807 | 3.7 |
| 2018 | 49 | 26 | 23 | 93.7 | 802 | 3.7 |
| 2017 | 45 | 25 | 20 | 94.8 | 799 | 2.6 |
| 2016 | 37 | 21 | 16 | 96.2 | 796 | 2.6 |
| 2015 | 38 | 19 | 19 | 94.9 | 793 | 2.5 |
| 2014 | 37 | 17 | 20 | 92.3 | 825 | 2.6 |
| 2013 | 41 | 17 | 24 | 94.6 | 836 | 2.6 |
| 2012 | 36 | 16 | 20 | 95.8 | 855 | 2.6 |
| 2011 | 50 | 21 | 29 | 95.6 | 848 | 2.6 |
| 2010 | 49 | 20 | 29 | - | 841 | 2.6 |
| 2009 | 44 | 21 | 23 | - | 841 | 3.8 |
| 2008 | 55 | 22 | 33 | - | 841 | 3.7 |
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.