Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Tallowood School provides educational programs for students with special needs from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school fosters a positive self-image, personal competence, and social skills through a broad curriculum that includes the Key Learning Areas and the secondary Life Skills program. There is a strong focus on enhancing communication abilities, independence in daily living, and preparing students for community life.
The school's dedicated teachers collaborate closely with families, caregivers, therapists, and other stakeholders to establish individual learning priorities tailored to each student's needs. Students are engaged in both functional learning and quality of life experiences, incorporating opportunities within both the school and the wider community. Tallowood School aims to create a nurturing environment where students can explore their curiosity and self-expression.
The principal emphasises the school's motto, “Creating Pathways for Life,” reflecting the commitment to support each student’s growth. With a safe and inclusive atmosphere, Tallowood School encourages every student to become a valued member of their community, equipping them for successful lives post-education. Through emphasis on collaboration with families and a focus on the core values of respect, professionalism, inclusion, wellbeing, and care and empathy, Tallowood School stands out as a significant educational institution for students with special needs.
Mission
Tallowood School provides quality individualised and meaningful education in a safe and caring environment. We support families, encourage independence, and assist students to become valued members of the community now and in the future.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tallowood School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kellyville Public School 691 m
- B Beaumont Hills Public School 1.2 km
- C Kellyville High School 1.6 km
- D North Kellyville Public School 1.8 km
- E Sherwood Ridge Public School 2.2 km
- F Bella Vista Public School 2.2 km
- G Kellyville Ridge Public School 2.6 km
- H Parklea Public School 2.6 km
- I Ironbark Ridge Public School 2.8 km
- J Rouse Hill High School 3.0 km
- K Glenwood High School 3.2 km
- L Samuel Gilbert Public School 3.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 98 (25 girls, 73 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 98
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1034 (percentile 62)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 24% / 24% / 32% / 20%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 88
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 55%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 52 |
| Secondary ungraded | 46 |
| 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 | 25 | 73 | - | 1034 | 21.6 |
| 2024 | 100 | 23 | 77 | 80.1 | 1036 | 21.6 |
| 2023 | 99 | 20 | 79 | 81.1 | 1038 | 21.6 |
| 2022 | 97 | 21 | 76 | 70.4 | 1022 | 21.5 |
| 2021 | 99 | 21 | 78 | 83.3 | 1025 | 21.4 |
| 2020 | 95 | 23 | 72 | - | 1024 | 21.3 |
| 2019 | 99 | 25 | 74 | - | 1027 | 21.3 |
| 2018 | 97 | 25 | 72 | - | 1026 | 21.3 |
| 2017 | 99 | 26 | 73 | - | - | 20.1 |
| 2016 | 97 | 25 | 72 | - | - | 20 |
| 2015 | 98 | 27 | 71 | - | - | 20 |
| 2014 | 98 | 27 | 71 | - | - | 20.2 |
| 2013 | 99 | 29 | 70 | - | - | 20 |
| 2012 | 99 | 31 | 68 | - | - | 20 |
| 2011 | 99 | 31 | 68 | - | - | 20 |
| 2010 | 100 | 31 | 69 | - | - | 20 |
| 2009 | 97 | 37 | 60 | - | 1056 | 17.7 |
| 2008 | 93 | 37 | 56 | - | 1056 | 17.7 |
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.