About the school
Clergate Public School is situated on the northern outskirts of Orange in a peaceful rural setting. The school provides a dynamic and nurturing educational environment where all students access quality personalised educational programs within a varied and balanced curriculum. A continued commitment to quality teaching and learning in literacy and numeracy is evident, with new targets set through a collection of quality evidence and data for each student. The school actively embeds Visible Learning pedagogy, allowing students to experience a variety of sporting, cultural and community events and activities each year.
The dedicated staff at Clergate Public School are passionate multi-skilled professionals who continually seek to enhance students' educational opportunities through targeted professional learning. The school fosters a culture that focuses on continuous improvement and personal best for both staff and students. Furthermore, community participation and shared decision-making are valued and promoted, with a highly committed parent body making significant contributions to programs and special events.
Wellbeing is prioritised for students, staff, and families, supported by outstanding playground and sporting facilities, covered learning areas, and a well-resourced library and learning centre. Additionally, children participate in local performing arts, sporting teams, carnivals, and community-based ceremonies. Clergate Public School is also a proud member of SPARKE and the Orange Small Schools Association, ensuring a strong sense of community and support for its students.
Mission
At Clergate Public School we believe in 'Our Best Always'. Our school community is committed to creating a learning culture based on high expectations, providing quality educational opportunities and is dedicated to striving for school improvement. Fundamental in achieving our vision is a focus on wellbeing, with an emphasis on the school's core values of being respectful, responsible achievers, guiding students to be confident and resilient community members.
Location & Catchment Area
- Clergate Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mullion Creek Public School 5.9 km
- B Bletchington Public School 8.5 km
- C Bowen Public School 9.9 km
- D Orange East Public School 10.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 74 (28 girls, 46 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 74
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 961 (percentile 29)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 43% / 36% / 12% / 10%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 101
- Indigenous students
- 18%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 9 |
| Year 1 | 17 |
| Year 2 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 10 |
| Year 4 | 10 |
| Year 5 | 12 |
| Year 6 | 11 |
| Total | 74 |
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 | 74 | 28 | 46 | - | 961 | 4.1 |
| 2024 | 72 | 29 | 43 | 90.2 | 991 | 5.2 |
| 2023 | 78 | 36 | 42 | 90.4 | 962 | 5.2 |
| 2022 | 85 | 39 | 46 | 91.4 | 975 | 4.9 |
| 2021 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 93.9 | 981 | 4.9 |
| 2020 | 78 | 36 | 42 | - | 996 | 4.9 |
| 2019 | 90 | 43 | 47 | 95.3 | 1001 | 4.9 |
| 2018 | 92 | 49 | 43 | 93 | 984 | 4.9 |
| 2017 | 103 | 53 | 50 | 95.8 | 994 | 4.7 |
| 2016 | 96 | 43 | 53 | 95.1 | 993 | 5.7 |
| 2015 | 92 | 39 | 53 | 94.7 | 999 | 4.6 |
| 2014 | 87 | 37 | 50 | 94.5 | 1003 | 4.6 |
| 2013 | 79 | 37 | 42 | 96.1 | 1005 | 4.6 |
| 2012 | 69 | 28 | 41 | 95.8 | 983 | 3.5 |
| 2011 | 61 | 26 | 35 | 95.6 | 981 | 3.5 |
| 2010 | 45 | 24 | 21 | - | 983 | 2.3 |
| 2009 | 31 | 21 | 10 | - | 1077 | 2.3 |
| 2008 | 32 | 19 | 13 | - | 1077 | 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.