# Walgett Community College - High School

Walgett Community College - High School is a NSW government secondary school in Walgett, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 83 (2025)
- **Address**: Arthur St, Walgett NSW 2832
- **Phone**: (02) 6828 1022
- **Website**: https://walgett-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: walgett-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46411
- **Established**: 1972-01-01

## About

Walgett Community College - High School is a comprehensive, coeducational secondary school situated in Walgett, catering to students from Year 7 to Year 12. With a current enrolment of 106 students, the school boasts a significant 97% Aboriginal student population. The school's mission revolves around building a supportive and inclusive community where every student is encouraged to learn, grow, and succeed. Through a strong focus on the holistic development of the whole child, they address academic, physical, mental, and socio-cultural needs, recognising the critical importance of each aspect in achieving successful educational outcomes.

## Educational Opportunities
The school offers a diverse range of subjects and vocational courses in partnership with NSW TAFE, aiming to create pathways to employment for all students. This commitment is bolstered by funding from PSP and CAP, enabling a sustainable approach to learning that prepares students for the future. Additionally, programs that celebrate culture and language form an integral part of the curriculum, further solidifying the community's involvement in the educational process.

## Facilities and Support
Recent upgrades to the school infrastructure have enhanced the learning environment, including new teaching spaces and wellbeing support. The school is committed to providing tailored learning support that meets the varying needs of each student, ensuring a nurturing educational atmosphere. Furthermore, Walgett Community College promotes student success through participation in competitions and various extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded individuals ready to make meaningful contributions to their communities.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our vision: Excellence in education with improved student outcomes through excellence in teaching, high expectations, a focus on language and culture fostering resilient, positive and supportive relationships in partnership with the community.

Motto: "Courage and excellence"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 83 |
| 2024 | 107 |
| 2023 | 98 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2021 | 119 |
| 2020 | 117 |
| 2019 | 106 |
| 2018 | 107 |
| 2017 | 98 |
| 2016 | 92 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2014 | 95 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2012 | 104 |
| 2011 | 116 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2009 | 99 |
| 2008 | 141 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46411-walgett-community-college-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.