About the school
Cullen Bullen Public School is a small educational institution located on the Castlereagh Highway, 23 km west of Lithgow. Established in 1875, the school serves as a vital resource for the local community, situated amidst various coal mines and industries. The school combines a playground, classrooms, and a library, creating a comprehensive learning environment aimed at fostering pride, achievement, and citizenship among its students.
Commitment to Student Development
The school's commitment lies in nurturing student potential through a balanced and rewarding educational experience. Cullen Bullen Public School offers a wide range of opportunities for students to engage in both inter-school and intra-school sporting, cultural, and academic events each year. The active involvement of the Parents and Citizens Association enriches the school community through fundraising and volunteer efforts.
Learning Communities
Cullen Bullen is an active participant in both the Bathurst Small School Learning Community and the Western Gateway Learning Community. This collaborative approach enhances learning opportunities and promotes a strong educational network.
As a co-educational primary school catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6, Cullen Bullen Public School prioritises personalisation of learning and strong relationships, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for. The school aims to develop the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally, preparing students to become confident, kind, and capable individuals as they grow.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cullen Bullen Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Portland Central School 7.8 km
- B Wallerawang Public School 13.6 km
- C Meadow Flat Public School 18.2 km
- D Cooerwull Public School 22.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 8 (3 girls, 5 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 790 (percentile 3)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 73% / 23% / 3% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 210
- Indigenous students
- 75%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 2 | 1 |
| Year 3 | 2 |
| Year 4 | 1 |
| Year 5 | 1 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
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 | 8 | 3 | 5 | - | 790 | 1.7 |
| 2024 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 83.8 | 858 | 1.7 |
| 2023 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 89.3 | 868 | 3.1 |
| 2022 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 86.8 | 804 | 3.1 |
| 2021 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 89.5 | 884 | 2.9 |
| 2020 | 15 | 6 | 9 | - | 883 | 1.9 |
| 2019 | 21 | 8 | 13 | 89.2 | 880 | 1.9 |
| 2018 | 27 | 10 | 17 | 91.3 | 895 | 2.7 |
| 2017 | 30 | 14 | 16 | 93.7 | 801 | 2.7 |
| 2016 | 27 | 11 | 16 | 92 | 824 | 2.6 |
| 2015 | 26 | 9 | 17 | 90.4 | 849 | 2.6 |
| 2014 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 91.9 | 861 | 2.6 |
| 2013 | 28 | 10 | 18 | 90.5 | 829 | 2 |
| 2012 | 19 | 9 | 10 | 92 | 895 | 1.6 |
| 2011 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 91.6 | 903 | 2.4 |
| 2010 | 30 | 13 | 17 | - | 915 | 2.4 |
| 2009 | 27 | 12 | 15 | - | 923 | 2.4 |
| 2008 | 29 | 12 | 17 | - | 923 | 2.4 |
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.