Trundle Central School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Trundle Central School is a K to 12 school located 65 kilometres north west of Parkes and Forbes. It serves the town and surrounding rural hinterland, fostering a strong sense of partnership with the local community, buoyed by an active Parents and Citizens Association. The school is known for its commitment to providing a professional, stimulating, and challenging learning environment, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds.
Community Support
Trundle Central School is well-supported by the local community, with a dedicated focus on growth and partnership that enhances educational outcomes. The school participates in the Western Access Program, connecting students in Years 11 and 12 with seven small central schools via information communication technology, facilitating broader educational opportunities.
Infrastructure and Facilities
Recent enhancements include the completion of the Cooler Classrooms project, which has improved the learning environment with healthier classrooms. Additionally, the school benefits from federally funded initiatives such as the Country Area Program, aimed at minimising educational disadvantages that arise from physical isolation.
Comprehensive Education
Trundle Central School prides itself on a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of subjects, extracurricular activities, and tailored learning support for every student. The dedicated staff are known for their stable year-to-year employment, allowing for strong working relationships between staff, students, and families. The school also prioritises social welfare programs, demonstrating its commitment to educating the whole child and preparing them for a successful transition into employment.
Mission
At Trundle Central School, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where every student is known and cared for.
Location & Catchment Area
- Trundle Central School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Bogan Gate Public School 21.6 km
- B Tullamore Central School 34.8 km
- C Bedgerabong Public School 48.6 km
- D Parkes Public School 49.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 98 (50 girls, 48 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 98
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 919 (percentile 15)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 45% / 34% / 16% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 127
- Indigenous students
- 26%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 9 |
| Year 1 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 |
| Year 4 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 |
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Year 7 | 7 |
| Year 8 | 8 |
| Year 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 |
| Year 11 | 9 |
| Year 12 | 2 |
| Total | 98 |
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 | 98 | 50 | 48 | - | 919 | 13.4 |
| 2024 | 101 | 49 | 52 | 86.1 | 918 | 16 |
| 2023 | 107 | 49 | 58 | 83.9 | 925 | 15.9 |
| 2022 | 99 | 42 | 57 | 83.6 | 934 | 15.5 |
| 2021 | 102 | 40 | 62 | 89.3 | 898 | 14.6 |
| 2020 | 114 | 43 | 71 | - | 904 | 14.2 |
| 2019 | 108 | 37 | 71 | 92.7 | 908 | 14.4 |
| 2018 | 114 | 53 | 61 | 91.8 | 892 | 13.5 |
| 2017 | 113 | 55 | 58 | 92 | 885 | 13.6 |
| 2016 | 114 | 50 | 64 | 92.7 | 874 | 13.5 |
| 2015 | 107 | 48 | 59 | 93.5 | 875 | 13.7 |
| 2014 | 94 | 44 | 50 | 92.5 | 906 | 13.9 |
| 2013 | 97 | 40 | 57 | 93.2 | 916 | 13.9 |
| 2012 | 110 | 54 | 56 | 91 | 940 | 12.9 |
| 2011 | 102 | 50 | 52 | 90.1 | 926 | 12.6 |
| 2010 | 90 | 40 | 50 | - | 928 | 12 |
| 2009 | 92 | 43 | 49 | - | 947 | 12.4 |
| 2008 | 96 | 48 | 48 | - | 947 | 12.5 |
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.