About the school
Carcoar Public School is a PP6 School that serves the rural village of Carcoar, located on the Central Tablelands of NSW. The school fosters strong ties with the local community and collaborates closely with the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C). Students learn in a supportive, positive, and stimulating environment, enjoying a vibrant curriculum that includes literacy, numeracy, athletics, swimming, technology, music, and art. The school's commitment to wellbeing ensures that every student can thrive personally and academically.
Nestled in the historic village of Carcoar, the school benefits from its picturesque surroundings and a close-knit atmosphere that makes learning a joyful experience. The community celebrates its heritage, conducting various events such as the Annual Carcoar Cup Running Festival. Carcoar Public School also belongs to the Heritage Schools group, enabling connections with larger schools and other small schools for broader educational opportunities. This collaboration enhances learning and provides students with rich experiences beyond the classroom.
The school prides itself on its emphasis on positive behaviour for learning and creativity, which are crucial for developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Every child's learning journey is tailored through effective partnerships with families, enabling personalised support systems that help students excel. This commitment to education, coupled with the dedication of staff and community members, creates a nurturing and enriching atmosphere for all students.
Mission
A small school with endless opportunities, Carcoar is a place where every child is supported to thrive and shine!
Location & Catchment Area
- Carcoar Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Lyndhurst Public School 11.3 km
- B Neville Public School 12.7 km
- C Blayney High School 13.5 km
- D Blayney Public School 13.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 31 (16 girls, 15 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 31
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 941 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 41% / 32% / 18% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 122
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 6 |
| Year 1 | 2 |
| Year 2 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 |
| Year 4 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 7 |
| Year 6 | 2 |
| Total | 31 |
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 | 31 | 16 | 15 | - | 941 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 26 | 14 | 12 | 91.9 | 880 | 2.8 |
| 2023 | 24 | 15 | 9 | 90.7 | 880 | 2.1 |
| 2022 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 87.2 | 915 | 1.6 |
| 2021 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 87.1 | 929 | 1.9 |
| 2020 | 21 | 11 | 10 | - | 928 | 1.9 |
| 2019 | 16 | 8 | 8 | 90.8 | 955 | 1.4 |
| 2018 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 94 | 962 | 1.4 |
| 2017 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 93 | 1002 | 1.4 |
| 2016 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 95.8 | 1019 | 1.4 |
| 2015 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 91.7 | 1069 | 1.4 |
| 2014 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 92.5 | 1022 | 1.4 |
| 2013 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 91 | 1008 | 1.4 |
| 2012 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 90.8 | 967 | 1.2 |
| 2011 | 17 | 8 | 9 | 91 | 967 | 1.2 |
| 2010 | 11 | 7 | 4 | - | 967 | 1.2 |
| 2009 | 11 | 7 | 4 | - | 965 | 1.2 |
| 2008 | 8 | 5 | 3 | - | 965 | 1.3 |
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.