# Manilla Central School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 244 (2025)
- **Address**: Wilga Ave, Manilla NSW 2346
- **Phone**: (02) 6785 1184
- **Website**: https://manilla-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: manilla-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49370
- **Established**: 1878-01-01

## About

Manilla Central School places the highest priorities on student welfare and individual achievement within a diverse rural community. As a Kindergarten to Year 12 school, it offers students the opportunity to complete their entire education in their local environment, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive secondary curriculum.

## Educational Philosophy
The school is dedicated to creating a safe learning environment that fosters respect for others, tolerance, and cooperation. Visitors often remark on the warm welcome from students and the calm atmosphere maintained by both students and staff throughout the school day.

## Academic Excellence
Manilla Central School is committed to being at the forefront of educational practices by applying new technologies alongside traditional academic subjects. The curriculum features a wide range of vocational courses, aimed at providing students with the skills necessary to reach their full potential. Academic results have shown steady improvement, influenced by explicit quality teaching practices and innovative programs.

## Community Involvement
Strong ties to the local community support the school’s initiatives, with students and staff frequently receiving recognition for excellence in various fields, including academics, sports, and the arts. The school also places high importance on school-based apprenticeships and traineeships, facilitating pathways for students beyond school.

## Holistic Approach
The focus on student wellbeing is reinforced through a system of pastoral care and programs that promote positive behaviour. Manilla Central School prides itself on knowing and valuing every student, ensuring that all feel included and empowered to succeed.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "I Begin. I Strive. I Achieve."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 244 |
| 2024 | 252 |
| 2023 | 247 |
| 2022 | 250 |
| 2021 | 236 |
| 2020 | 256 |
| 2019 | 265 |
| 2018 | 269 |
| 2017 | 301 |
| 2016 | 327 |
| 2015 | 334 |
| 2014 | 332 |
| 2013 | 339 |
| 2012 | 362 |
| 2011 | 375 |
| 2010 | 353 |
| 2009 | 354 |
| 2008 | 361 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49370-manilla-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.