Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Tangara School, located in the beautiful Southern Highlands, is dedicated to students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, supporting them from ages four to eighteen. This institution operates within a serene rural setting that allows students to learn in a calm and peaceful environment. The school aims to provide quality and stimulating educational programs tailored to each student's individual needs, encouraging them to reach their full potential.
Community and Support
The success of Tangara School is built on collaboration with parents, community agencies, and dedicated volunteers. The school employs a robust team that includes passionate educators and learning support staff who work closely with families to co-design plans that best suit each child's learning style. This collaborative approach ensures that every child feels safe, included, and empowered to thrive.
Facilities
Tangara School offers modern facilities that cater to the diverse needs of its students. The school features a heated swimming pool, active playgrounds, a modern kitchen area, and two school buses. These amenities support both educational and recreational activities, fostering a well-rounded development for every student.
Educational Philosophy
The school's mission is to empower every student through unique and meaningful learning experiences within an inclusive environment. Tangara School places emphasis not only on academic achievement but also on personal development, preparing students for active participation in the community and promoting their independence.
Mission
Tangara School is dedicated to providing a high-quality education tailored to children aged 4 to 18 years with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. Our school community takes great pride in fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every student is known, valued, and supported to reach their full potential.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tangara School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Highlands School 784 m
- B Mittagong Public School 2.3 km
- C Bowral Public School 5.6 km
- D Colo Vale Public School 5.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 48 (10 girls, 38 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 48
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 971 (percentile 34)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 40% / 23% / 21% / 16%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 124
- Indigenous students
- 19%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 27 |
| Secondary ungraded | 21 |
| Total | 48 |
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 | 48 | 10 | 38 | - | 971 | 11.5 |
| 2024 | 41 | 7 | 34 | 73.7 | 972 | 9.1 |
| 2023 | 41 | 10 | 31 | 81.4 | 948 | 9.1 |
| 2022 | 36 | 7 | 29 | 71.1 | 957 | 8.9 |
| 2021 | 31 | 7 | 24 | 78.4 | 948 | 7.8 |
| 2020 | 25 | 9 | 16 | - | 949 | 6.9 |
| 2019 | 29 | 12 | 17 | - | 949 | 6.9 |
| 2018 | 32 | 14 | 18 | - | 948 | 6.9 |
| 2017 | 30 | 12 | 18 | - | - | 6.8 |
| 2016 | 25 | 9 | 16 | - | - | 6.8 |
| 2015 | 24 | 10 | 14 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2014 | 21 | 8 | 13 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2013 | 25 | 9 | 16 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2012 | 23 | 8 | 15 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2011 | 21 | 7 | 14 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2010 | 25 | 8 | 17 | - | - | 5.7 |
| 2009 | 24 | 7 | 17 | - | 1023 | 5.7 |
| 2008 | 25 | 6 | 19 | - | 1023 | 4.8 |
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.