# Goodooga Central School

Goodooga Central School is a NSW government central/community school in Goodooga, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 28 (2025)
- **Address**: 31 Doyle Street, Goodooga NSW 2838
- **Phone**: (02) 6829 6257
- **Website**: https://goodooga-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: goodooga-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46406
- **Established**: 1882-01-01

## About

Goodooga Central School is a small, isolated community school located in the north-west of New South Wales, serving students from the immediate township and surrounding areas, including those on Yuwaalayaay country. The school is dedicated to providing quality educational experiences in a safe and positive environment, emphasising student well-being and academic growth. A key feature of Goodooga Central School is its commitment to inclusive education, welcoming students from all backgrounds and ensuring that every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day.

## Educational Programs
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to students from Kindergarten through to Year 12. Through partnerships with TAFE and the Northern Borders Senior Access program, Goodooga Central School enhances educational opportunities for senior students by facilitating access to a wide range of subjects through modern technology, including teleconferencing and online resources.

Particular emphasis is placed on developing foundational literacy and numeracy skills, which are vital for all students' future success. Additionally, tailored learning support is provided to meet individual student needs, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive academically.

## Community Engagement
Goodooga Central School is committed to building strong links with families and the local community, creating a supportive environment where relationships are developed with mutual respect and trust. The school acknowledges its role in fostering a sense of belonging among students and families. Various initiatives and programs are in place to help students grow into conscientious members of the community and to empower them to discover and develop their unique passions.

## Mission

Our vision:
· To support strong attendance
· To support development of strong foundations in literacy and numeracy
· Help grow outward-looking members of the community who are considerate, respectful and conscientious;
· Offer excellence in all facets of a well-rounded education;
· Provide students with opportunities to discover and develop their passions;
· Foster a sense of belonging within every student, parent and member of the school community, where relationships are developed and built with mutual respect, trust and empathy.

Motto: "We play fair."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2009 | 49 |
| 2008 | 54 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46406-goodooga-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.