# Cassilis Public School

Cassilis Public School is a NSW government primary school in Cassilis, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 11 (2025)
- **Address**: Coolah Rd, Cassilis NSW 2329
- **Phone**: (02) 6376 1009
- **Website**: https://cassilis-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: cassilis-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49312
- **Established**: 1875-09-01

## About

Cassilis Public School is a small K-6 rural school located on the western edge of the upper Hunter Valley, where it fosters a family atmosphere for children from diverse backgrounds. The school emphasises assisting each student to reach their full potential, with a strong focus on welfare, care, and providing opportunities to overcome geographic isolation. Although the school community often sees changes in its population due to families moving in and out of the district, new students quickly integrate as valued members of the school. Class members are encouraged to stay connected with former students to maintain friendships, further enriching the community spirit.

## Educational Approach
Cassilis Public School experiences a 150-year legacy of high-quality education, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to thrive. The dedicated staff implement up-to-date teaching methods and collaborate with families to create tailored learning plans suited to each child’s needs. The school thereby prepares students for resilience, independence, and a strong sense of citizenship in their learning journey.

## Extra-Curricular Activities
Students at Cassilis Public School have access to varied subjects and opportunities, including STEM, creative arts, and sport. With a focus on creating a well-rounded education, the school promotes curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning both inside and outside the classroom.

The school's motto, "Small School. Big Difference," encapsulates its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment where every student is known, valued, and encouraged to shine.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.

We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.

Motto: "Small School. Big Difference."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2008 | 16 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49312-cassilis-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.