Tarcutta Public School
Tarcutta Public School is a vibrant school full of engaged students who have a love of learning.
About the school
Tarcutta Public School is a unique small school located 45km east of Wagga Wagga, positioned halfway between Sydney and Melbourne. The school has seen significant growth in enrolments due to its attractive buildings, excellent resources, and friendly student environment, making it a highly sought-after choice for parents. Despite its size, Tarcutta Public School has a strong connection to the Wagga Wagga Community of Small Schools network, which allows it to provide a variety of educational, cultural, and sporting events.
The focus at Tarcutta Public School is on catering to each child’s individual needs. This dedication is complemented by combined excursions, author study days, and mixed sports days, preparing students for high school with confidence in their capabilities. The school prides itself on quality teaching and leadership programs designed to inspire every child to reach their full potential academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively.
The curriculum incorporates innovative e-learning technology programs, STEM and robotics education, and Public Speaking to promote confident and articulate students. Additionally, specialised extracurricular programs, including Dance, Sport, Music, and Recorders, are offered. Every student enjoys access to modern technology, with daily use of iPads, laptops, and computers.
Tarcutta Public School is renowned for its caring community and dedicated teaching staff, committed to fostering a learning environment that is challenging, enriching, safe, and supportive. The school values parent and community involvement, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for, ultimately striving for their success and wellbeing.
Mission
We are building the future. We strive for excellence in academic growth, physical development, social success and emotional regulation where we empower all students to become confident, resilient, self-directed and successful learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tarcutta Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ladysmith Public School 22.1 km
- B Humula Public School 22.8 km
- C Forest Hill Public School 28.7 km
- D Nangus Public School 29.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 22 (11 girls, 11 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 22
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 874 (percentile 7)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 71% / 11% / 9% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 139
- Indigenous students
- 36%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Year 1 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 4 |
| Year 4 | 1 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 4 |
| Total | 22 |
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 | 22 | 11 | 11 | - | 874 | 1.9 |
| 2024 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 92 | 875 | 3.1 |
| 2023 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 89.4 | 869 | 2.7 |
| 2022 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 91.8 | 852 | 2.8 |
| 2021 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 92.1 | 871 | 2.6 |
| 2020 | 24 | 15 | 9 | - | 912 | 2.6 |
| 2019 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 92.8 | 916 | 1.4 |
| 2018 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 87.8 | 911 | 1.4 |
| 2017 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 88 | 915 | 1.3 |
| 2016 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 88.4 | 940 | 1.3 |
| 2015 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 90 | 897 | 1.3 |
| 2014 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 96 | 913 | 1.4 |
| 2013 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 92 | 891 | 1.4 |
| 2012 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 94.7 | 959 | 1.4 |
| 2011 | 25 | 14 | 11 | 91.8 | 969 | 2.5 |
| 2010 | 28 | 16 | 12 | - | 969 | 2.5 |
| 2009 | 34 | 21 | 13 | - | 1011 | 2.5 |
| 2008 | 39 | 20 | 19 | - | 1011 | 2.5 |
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.