# Gilgai Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 42 (2025)
- **Address**: Woodford Pl, Gilgai NSW 2360
- **Phone**: (02) 6723 1309
- **Website**: https://gilgai-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: gilgai-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49399
- **Established**: 1878-07-01

## About

Gilgai Public School is set in a picturesque country environment, combining rural tranquility with a modern technology-supported curriculum. The school prides itself on its excellent resources, small classes, and flexible grouping, allowing students to progress according to their individual abilities. The highly qualified and dedicated staff are committed to providing quality education in an environment that encourages a love for learning while supporting each student's dignity and value.

## Community Involvement

The school fosters a family atmosphere, encouraging parent involvement through various initiatives such as classroom support in literacy and numeracy groups, the Parents and Citizens Association, and special events like lunches and morning teas that strengthen the school community. Gilgai Public School also collaborates with local schools to offer students academic, sporting, social, and cultural experiences.

## Educational Philosophy

Students at Gilgai Public School are guided to develop into independent, confident lifelong learners. The personalised learning approach caters to the needs of each child, emphasising growth both in and out of the classroom. This is achieved through well-structured learning environments, tailored support for special needs, and a wide range of extracurricular activities that allow them to discover their passions and interests.

## Commitment to Wellbeing

The school employs strategies to promote social and emotional regulation, ensuring a supportive learning environment. Gilgai Public School is dedicated to nurturing the potential of all students and values the importance of active partnerships with families and the wider community to create a holistic educational experience.

## Mission

At Gilgai Public School, all students are challenged to learn, develop and connect with their education to maximise their potential. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Face the Task"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 42 |
| 2024 | 46 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2022 | 65 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2020 | 54 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2015 | 61 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2012 | 61 |
| 2011 | 57 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2008 | 37 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49399-gilgai-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.