About the school
Gulgong Public School is a medium-sized rural school dedicated to meeting the individual needs of its students within a safe and supportive environment. The school's committed and caring staff encourage students to strive towards their potential, providing a relevant and challenging curriculum designed to foster growth. The aim of Gulgong Public School is to develop happy, motivated, conscientious, and confident children who are self-disciplined and ready to contribute positively to their community.
Community and Support
At Gulgong Public School, the staff work collaboratively to deliver high-quality teaching and learning. They maintain high expectations for all students while promoting cooperation and positive attitudes. The school seeks active involvement from parents, fostering strong partnerships to benefit students' educational experiences.
The school is proud to be involved in various programs aimed at improving the school environment, such as the Cooler Classrooms project, which enhances the learning atmosphere by ensuring better ventilation and temperature control. Additionally, Gulgong Public School participates in sustainable energy initiatives, including solar panel installation to reduce energy costs and promote environmental responsibility.
Curriculum and Opportunities
Gulgong Public School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes not only core subjects but also a variety of extracurricular activities, enabling students to explore their interests and develop essential skills. With a focus on values such as resilience, respect, responsibility, and reasoning, the school supports students in becoming well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.
Mission
At Gulgong Public School, Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow reflects the way we support every child to grow and succeed. Our students shine in academics, sport, public speaking, the arts, and STEM, and these achievements come from the strong foundations we build together.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gulgong Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gulgong High School 222 m
- B Red Hill Environmental Education Centre 559 m
- C Mudgee Public School 26.6 km
- D Mudgee High School 26.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 283 (139 girls, 144 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 283
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 913 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 60% / 26% / 11% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 135
- Indigenous students
- 23%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 5.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 33 |
| Year 1 | 38 |
| Year 2 | 37 |
| Year 3 | 40 |
| Year 4 | 46 |
| Year 5 | 46 |
| Year 6 | 43 |
| Total | 283 |
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 | 283 | 139 | 144 | - | 913 | 20.5 |
| 2024 | 281 | 136 | 145 | 86.9 | 920 | 20.3 |
| 2023 | 294 | 135 | 159 | 88.7 | 907 | 21.5 |
| 2022 | 309 | 156 | 153 | 83.3 | 897 | 21.5 |
| 2021 | 317 | 161 | 156 | 90 | 907 | 20.3 |
| 2020 | 315 | 156 | 159 | - | 899 | 20.5 |
| 2019 | 344 | 168 | 176 | 90.2 | 907 | 21.5 |
| 2018 | 331 | 162 | 169 | 92.4 | 914 | 19.3 |
| 2017 | 304 | 148 | 156 | 95 | 922 | 17.7 |
| 2016 | 288 | 145 | 143 | 92.1 | 905 | 17.6 |
| 2015 | 289 | 142 | 147 | 92.6 | 918 | 16.4 |
| 2014 | 247 | 123 | 124 | 92.3 | 921 | 14.9 |
| 2013 | 223 | 111 | 112 | 92.3 | 916 | 14 |
| 2012 | 225 | 115 | 110 | 92 | 917 | 13.8 |
| 2011 | 206 | 99 | 107 | 91.6 | 913 | 12.6 |
| 2010 | 192 | 96 | 96 | - | 935 | 12.4 |
| 2009 | 203 | 97 | 106 | - | 958 | 12.6 |
| 2008 | 211 | 108 | 103 | - | 958 | 12.4 |
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.