# Central Tilba Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 55 (2025)
- **Address**: 89 Corkhill Drive, Central Tilba NSW 2546
- **Phone**: (02) 4473 7210
- **Website**: https://centrtilba-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: centrtilba-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50176
- **Established**: 1879-10-01

## About

Central Tilba Public School, nestled majestically at the foot of Mount Dromedary (or 'Gulaga' to the local Indigenous population), is a small school on the south coast of New South Wales that offers something unique to its community. The school thrives on the close interaction between parents, staff, students, and the community, with family participation being a crucial element of its ethos.

## Educational Excellence
Central Tilba Public School prides itself on its high-quality music, art, performance, sporting, and public speaking programs, achieving consistently outstanding results in annual NAPLAN assessments. Each child and their family are valued as important members of the school community, ensuring individual attention due to its small numbers.

## Community Engagement
Achievements at Central Tilba are regularly celebrated at well-attended school assemblies, open days, and the annual presentation evenings. The school, rich in tradition with its original building dating back to 1900, maintains a balance between its historical roots and modern technology, including computers and smartboards, to prepare students for high school.

## Inclusive Environment
Central Tilba Public School fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where children are taught to support their fellow pupils. This relaxed environment permeates classrooms and playgrounds alike, contributing to the school’s unofficial motto: 'For a small school, we do BIG things'. Both staff and parents take pride in being part of this vibrant community, highlighting the collective commitment to fostering a strong sense of belonging and achievement.

## Mission

Achievement and independence in a respectful, safe and caring environment.

Motto: "For a small school, we do BIG things!"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 55 |
| 2024 | 50 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2008 | 45 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50176-central-tilba-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.