Carinya School
Building confidence, knowledge and independence
Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Carinya School provides specialised educational programs for students in Years 3 to 12 who experience challenges such as intellectual disabilities, anxiety, and autism. The school emphasises tailored learning programs designed to build confidence, independence, and knowledge in a supportive environment. Through its Individualised Learning Plans, Carinya School addresses each student's unique mental health needs and promotes both academic and vocational achievements.
Program Overview
Carinya School's curriculum includes mandatory Board of Studies (BOS) courses alongside a variety of electives, such as music, physical activity and sport, marine studies, and lifestyle and recreation studies. These courses are structured to facilitate hands-on learning experiences, catering to different individual needs. This ensures students can work towards regular or life-skills outcomes that enhance their educational journey.
Community Engagement
The school encourages students to engage with the wider community through service learning projects, including bush regeneration and work experience opportunities. This promotes the development of essential social skills, resilience, and healthy lifestyles among students.
Facilities and Support
Carinya School shares its facilities, including a library, hall, and playing fields, with Mortdale Primary School, enhancing its resources and community involvement. The supportive structure at the school aims to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to express their creativity and growth, regardless of their disabilities.
Mission
Carinya School delivers educational programs for students aged 8 to 18 years who experience difficulties managing strong emotions. Our school programs support students with intellectual disability and mental health problems including anxiety and autism.
Location & Catchment Area
- Carinya School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mortdale Public School 149 m
- B Georges River College, Oatley Senior Campus 368 m
- C Hurstville Grove Infants School 770 m
- D Oatley Public School 1.1 km
- E Georges River College, Penshurst Campus 1.1 km
- F Penshurst Public School 1.3 km
- G Hurstville South Public School 1.6 km
- H Penshurst West Public School 1.6 km
- I Oatley West Public School 1.7 km
- J Woniora Road School 2.0 km
- K Connells Point Public School 2.1 km
- L Beverly Hills Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 55 (10 girls, 45 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 55
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 975 (percentile 35)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 42% / 24% / 23% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 115
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 30%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 9 |
| Secondary ungraded | 46 |
| Total | 55 |
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 | 55 | 10 | 45 | - | 975 | 11.2 |
| 2024 | 52 | 8 | 44 | 74.8 | 934 | 11.1 |
| 2023 | 53 | 8 | 45 | 72.7 | 877 | 11.1 |
| 2022 | 46 | 3 | 43 | 75.1 | 875 | 9.9 |
| 2021 | 38 | 6 | 32 | 74.6 | 784 | 9.9 |
| 2020 | 47 | 6 | 41 | - | 780 | 9.9 |
| 2019 | 37 | 3 | 34 | - | 777 | 11.2 |
| 2018 | 44 | 4 | 40 | - | 784 | 10.1 |
| 2017 | 44 | 3 | 41 | - | - | 10.1 |
| 2016 | 52 | 3 | 49 | - | - | 10.1 |
| 2015 | 53 | 3 | 50 | - | - | 10.1 |
| 2014 | 53 | 3 | 50 | - | - | 10.1 |
| 2013 | 44 | 3 | 41 | - | - | 9 |
| 2012 | 44 | 6 | 38 | - | - | 9.1 |
| 2011 | 36 | 4 | 32 | - | - | 8 |
| 2010 | 36 | 6 | 30 | - | - | 10.2 |
| 2009 | 44 | 7 | 37 | - | 1016 | 11.5 |
| 2008 | 47 | 7 | 40 | - | 1016 | 11.4 |
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.