Central Tilba Public School

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For a small school, we do BIG things!

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About the school

Central Tilba Public School, nestled majestically at the foot of Mount Dromedary (or 'Gulaga' to the local Indigenous population), is a small school on the south coast of New South Wales that offers something unique to its community. The school thrives on the close interaction between parents, staff, students, and the community, with family participation being a crucial element of its ethos.

Educational Excellence

Central Tilba Public School prides itself on its high-quality music, art, performance, sporting, and public speaking programs, achieving consistently outstanding results in annual NAPLAN assessments. Each child and their family are valued as important members of the school community, ensuring individual attention due to its small numbers.

Community Engagement

Achievements at Central Tilba are regularly celebrated at well-attended school assemblies, open days, and the annual presentation evenings. The school, rich in tradition with its original building dating back to 1900, maintains a balance between its historical roots and modern technology, including computers and smartboards, to prepare students for high school.

Inclusive Environment

Central Tilba Public School fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where children are taught to support their fellow pupils. This relaxed environment permeates classrooms and playgrounds alike, contributing to the school’s unofficial motto: 'For a small school, we do BIG things'. Both staff and parents take pride in being part of this vibrant community, highlighting the collective commitment to fostering a strong sense of belonging and achievement.

Mission

Achievement and independence in a respectful, safe and caring environment.

Location & Catchment Area

  • Central Tilba Public School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
55 (27 girls, 28 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
55
ICSEA What does this mean?
1026 (percentile 58)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
22% / 33% / 31% / 14%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
3.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
1.4

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Kindergarten 5
Year 1 12
Year 2 5
Year 3 6
Year 4 10
Year 5 6
Year 6 11
Total 55

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 55 27 28 - 1026 3.8
2024 50 26 24 89.6 1009 3.4
2023 41 23 18 88.3 979 2.7
2022 39 18 21 85 996 2.7
2021 43 20 23 89 986 2.5
2020 43 22 21 - 992 2.5
2019 43 18 25 91.3 985 2.5
2018 38 11 27 90.7 996 2.5
2017 38 12 26 94.6 1019 2.5
2016 37 11 26 94.5 1021 2.4
2015 39 13 26 94.7 1052 2.4
2014 33 12 21 95.1 1038 2.5
2013 39 14 25 93 1014 2.5
2012 36 12 24 91.9 1003 2.3
2011 35 15 20 91 998 2.3
2010 30 13 17 - 990 2.3
2009 36 15 21 - 997 2.3
2008 45 19 26 - 997 2.3

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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