# Brewarrina Central School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 122 (2025)
- **Address**: Bourke Street, Brewarrina NSW 2839
- **Phone**: (02) 6839 2186
- **Website**: https://brewarrina-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: brewarrina-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46450
- **Established**: 1875-09-01

## About

Brewarrina Central School is located in Brewarrina, a small rural town in far western New South Wales. The school draws its enrolment from the immediate area, with the majority of its students (97%) identifying as Aboriginal. It enjoys robust community support, working closely with the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group and the Community Working Party. A strong emphasis is placed on Aboriginal education and cultural awareness, alongside recent initiatives such as the introduction of a Stage 4 LOTE course in the Ngemba language.

## Curriculum and Programs
Brewarrina Central School provides a comprehensive educational experience from Kindergarten to Year 12. The curriculum is broad, focusing on literacy, numeracy, technology, and participation, particularly aiming to improve attendance and retention rates among students. In light of the school's geographical isolation and the low socio-economic background of many families, it has access to various support programs including the Country Areas Program and the Priority Schools Program.

## Facilities and Initiatives
The school has recently undergone significant upgrades as part of the NSW Government's Connected Communities initiative, resulting in a new student learning hub tailored for secondary students, as well as refurbished junior learning spaces equipped with modern technology. Additionally, new sports facilities and outdoor learning areas have been developed, significantly enhancing the learning environment.

Brewarrina Central School prides itself on its commitment to inclusive education, ensuring that all students feel valued and supported. The school's approach fosters strong collaboration with local organisations and families, creating meaningful educational experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

## Mission

At Brewarrina Central School, we believe in fostering a strong partnership with our community to provide an inclusive, supportive, and high-quality education for all students.

Motto: "Our School, Our Future, Together We Learn"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 122 |
| 2024 | 124 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2022 | 138 |
| 2021 | 145 |
| 2020 | 165 |
| 2019 | 141 |
| 2018 | 162 |
| 2017 | 145 |
| 2016 | 146 |
| 2015 | 160 |
| 2014 | 163 |
| 2013 | 183 |
| 2012 | 170 |
| 2011 | 193 |
| 2010 | 169 |
| 2009 | 181 |
| 2008 | 194 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46450-brewarrina-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.