Central Tilba Public School
For a small school, we do BIG things!
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
- A Narooma High School 10.3 km
- B Bermagui Public School 11.7 km
- C Narooma Public School 12.3 km
- D Cobargo Public School 18.7 km
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%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 71
- 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.