About the school
Bogan Gate Public School is located in the village of Bogan Gate, approximately 40 km west of Parkes. The school has a culture of continual improvement fostered by a dedicated staff and a supportive local community. With a current enrolment of 11 students, the school draws its students from both the village and surrounding farms. The school's vision, 'We Learn and Grow Together', underscores its strong community focus.
Students at Bogan Gate Public School are encouraged to develop positive attitudes that support their academic, emotional, creative, social, and physical development. The school aims to create an effective learning environment where teachers, parents, and students maintain high expectations for success. To cater to individual learning needs, students, teachers, and parents collaboratively negotiate learning goals.
A diverse range of teaching and learning strategies is employed to enhance student skills and knowledge. The school focuses on outcomes-based assessment and tracks student progress through various methods, including analysis of Best Start and NAPLAN results, standardised testing, and teacher observations. Technology integration is a priority, with students using computers, interactive whiteboards, and iPods to engage in curriculum activities.
Bogan Gate Public School also emphasises participation in extra-curricular activities such as robotics, coding, public speaking competitions, and sports. Community engagement is important, with students interacting with local residents and inviting community members to school events. This approach helps cultivate a sense of belonging and responsibility among students, giving them comprehensive educational opportunities.
Mission
Our vision: 'LEARN, GROW, SUCCEED' 'At Bogan Gate Public School, we collaborate to promote learning and growth, embracing challenges while respecting and supporting each individual. Together, we are committed to nurturing the goals and lifelong success of every student.'
Location & Catchment Area
- Bogan Gate Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Trundle Central School 21.6 km
- B Bedgerabong Public School 30.6 km
- C Forbes North Public School 35.0 km
- D Forbes High School 35.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 11 (6 girls, 5 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 828 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 80% / 20% / 0% / 0%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 164
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 0%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 0.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 2 |
| Year 2 | 2 |
| Year 4 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 4 |
| Year 6 | 1 |
| 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 | 6 | 5 | - | 828 | 1.6 |
| 2024 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 85.9 | 847 | 2.6 |
| 2023 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 83.8 | 870 | 2.6 |
| 2022 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 81.9 | 790 | 2.6 |
| 2021 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 90.9 | 890 | 2.4 |
| 2020 | 7 | 3 | 4 | - | 866 | 2.4 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 | 5 | - | - | 2.4 |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 87.9 | 864 | 2.4 |
| 2017 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 90.2 | 885 | 2.5 |
| 2016 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 95.8 | 895 | 2.6 |
| 2015 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 94.1 | 903 | 1.5 |
| 2014 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 90.5 | 901 | 1.9 |
| 2013 | 19 | 7 | 12 | 93.1 | 883 | 1.9 |
| 2012 | 23 | 8 | 15 | 93 | 908 | 2.7 |
| 2011 | 29 | 12 | 17 | 95.7 | 859 | 3 |
| 2010 | 22 | 10 | 12 | - | 859 | 1.9 |
| 2009 | 29 | 10 | 19 | - | 986 | 2.7 |
| 2008 | 22 | 6 | 16 | - | 986 | 1.3 |
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.