About the school
Calare Public School is a large, coeducational primary school located in Orange, Australia, catering to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school prioritises a happy and inclusive environment where each child's individuality is respected and nurtured. Calare is known for its strong emphasis on academic achievement, encouraging students to strive for personal excellence. The school offers extension classes in Stages 2 and 3 and provides specialist ICT lessons, with classrooms equipped with Smartboards to enhance learning experiences.
In addition to academic pursuits, Calare Public School is dedicated to cultural, sporting, and social development. Students are actively encouraged to participate in various activities, including choir, dance, band, and public speaking, aiding their holistic development. The school takes pride in its students' behaviour and personal presentation and is well-regarded in the community for the extensive programs and facilities it provides.
Furthermore, Calare Public School fosters values of honesty, accountability, and respect among its students, combined with a commitment to fairness and social justice. The supportive and positive staff strive to ensure the best outcomes for all students, providing a diverse range of educational opportunities to help each learner thrive. With an inclusive approach that values every background, Calare Public School stands as a strong pillar in the local education system, promoting not only academic success but also personal and social growth for its students.
Mission
Calare Public School is committed to providing a nurturing and innovative educational environment that serves as the perfect platform for your child's growth, success, and overall development. Our mission is to empower students academically, socially, and personally, and we achieve this through offering a diverse range of opportunities within a tailor-made and personalised curriculum.
Location & Catchment Area
- Calare Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Orange High School 868 m
- B Orange Public School 1.6 km
- C Anson Street School 2.0 km
- D Bletchington Public School 3.0 km
- E Orange East Public School 3.2 km
- F Glenroi Heights Public School 3.3 km
- G Bowen Public School 3.6 km
- H Canobolas Public School 3.7 km
- I Canobolas High School 4.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 566 (270 girls, 296 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 566
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 964 (percentile 30)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 44% / 26% / 18% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 104
- Indigenous students
- 16%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 8%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 34
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 63 |
| Year 1 | 91 |
| Year 2 | 77 |
| Year 3 | 81 |
| Year 4 | 83 |
| Year 5 | 90 |
| Year 6 | 81 |
| Total | 566 |
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 | 566 | 270 | 296 | - | 964 | 34 |
| 2024 | 560 | 262 | 298 | 88.3 | 962 | 35 |
| 2023 | 551 | 276 | 275 | 88.7 | 961 | 35 |
| 2022 | 569 | 288 | 281 | 85.9 | 961 | 33.6 |
| 2021 | 586 | 307 | 279 | 91 | 965 | 34.8 |
| 2020 | 606 | 298 | 308 | - | 965 | 36.1 |
| 2019 | 615 | 308 | 307 | 93.4 | 972 | 36.2 |
| 2018 | 657 | 333 | 324 | 93.6 | 968 | 36.1 |
| 2017 | 634 | 309 | 325 | 94 | 969 | 34.1 |
| 2016 | 651 | 320 | 331 | 93.7 | 971 | 33.5 |
| 2015 | 679 | 330 | 349 | 93.9 | 970 | 34.6 |
| 2014 | 707 | 329 | 378 | 95.1 | 982 | 37.3 |
| 2013 | 681 | 319 | 362 | 94.5 | 983 | 36 |
| 2012 | 639 | 296 | 343 | 93.9 | 972 | 33.7 |
| 2011 | 624 | 302 | 322 | 92.6 | 970 | 32.3 |
| 2010 | 648 | 303 | 345 | - | 969 | 33.8 |
| 2009 | 664 | 308 | 356 | - | 1009 | 35.7 |
| 2008 | 666 | 314 | 352 | - | 1009 | 34.5 |
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.