About the school
Enngonia Public School is located approximately 100 km north of Bourke in Western NSW, nestled on Kunja, Budjiti, and Murrawarri country. The school prides itself on offering a safe, happy, and stimulating environment tailored to meet the individual needs of every student. With a strong emphasis on positive attitudes, the school encourages students to strive for excellence in academics and to become caring citizens in their community and the environment.
Educational Approach
The school adopts modern, proven teaching methodologies, placing a significant emphasis on technological skills. Individual education programs are designed to provide direct support, and there is a well-established Aboriginal preschool that fosters community participation through visual arts. Enngonia Public School also hosts a well-attended Active After School Sports Program, enriching student life with physical activity.
Community Involvement
The school is deeply committed to an inclusive and culturally connected education system, which reflects the values of its local community. Teachers and learning support teams work closely with families to create tailored learning plans that facilitate student growth both academically and personally. The curriculum at Enngonia is diverse, including opportunities in cultural programs, creative arts, and sports.
Conclusion
Enngonia Public School serves as a vital educational hub within the community, providing quality education from Kindergarten to Year 6 while ensuring that all students have access to engaging and enriching experiences.
Mission
Enngonia Public School believes that learning is inclusive, culturally connected, and student-centred. We champion the essential role of education in preparing students for rewarding lives and lifelong learning through collaboration, community, and evidence-based practice.
Location & Catchment Area
- Enngonia Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Bourke High School 86.5 km
- B Bourke Public School 86.7 km
- C Bourke-Walgett School of Distance Education 86.7 km
- D Weilmoringle Public School 104.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 11 (5 girls, 6 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 600 (percentile 0)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 98% / 2% / 0% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 238
- Indigenous students
- 100%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 1 |
| Year 3 | 2 |
| Year 4 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 2 |
| Year 6 | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 | - | 600 | 2.4 |
| 2024 | 15 | 5 | 10 | 81.8 | 591 | 3.2 |
| 2023 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 79.2 | 568 | 4.1 |
| 2022 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 70.6 | 668 | 4.1 |
| 2021 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 78.1 | 698 | 3.9 |
| 2020 | 24 | 10 | 14 | - | 723 | 3.9 |
| 2019 | 25 | 13 | 12 | 86 | 766 | 3.3 |
| 2018 | 17 | 7 | 10 | 90.2 | 824 | 2.7 |
| 2017 | 21 | 8 | 13 | 93.7 | 748 | 2.7 |
| 2016 | 18 | 7 | 11 | 92.3 | 823 | 2.1 |
| 2015 | 16 | 5 | 11 | 87.3 | 748 | 2.1 |
| 2014 | 16 | 5 | 11 | 87.4 | 836 | 2.1 |
| 2013 | 15 | 5 | 10 | 90.7 | 719 | 2.1 |
| 2012 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 81.9 | 763 | 2 |
| 2011 | 11 | 2 | 9 | 87.5 | 757 | 2 |
| 2010 | 10 | 3 | 7 | - | 757 | 2 |
| 2009 | 18 | 7 | 11 | - | 767 | 2 |
| 2008 | 16 | 2 | 14 | - | 767 | 2 |
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.