# Braidwood Central School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 306 (2025)
- **Address**: Wilson St, Braidwood NSW 2622
- **Phone**: (02) 4842 2249
- **Website**: https://braidwood-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: braidwood-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50415
- **Established**: 1849-08-01

## About

Braidwood Central School is a K to 12 co-educational school located in Braidwood, serving a rural community of 420 students between Canberra and Batemans Bay. Established over 150 years ago, the school upholds its motto 'Loyalty and Truth', promoting a culture of respect and environmental stewardship while focusing on academic and personal growth. The school prides itself on a supportive community and runs the 'Positive Behaviour for Success' program, encouraging students to be considerate, enthusiastic, and responsible.

The school features fully networked technology centres for both primary and secondary students, with access to smart board technology, ensuring that sound literacy and numeracy skills are nurtured across all years. Braidwood Central offers a diverse range of vocational and academic courses and boasts strong industry connections, resulting in 98% of graduating Year 12 students continuing into full-time work or tertiary study. Students have pursued degrees in fields like marine biology, teaching, and visual arts.

Braidwood Central also successfully engages students in agriculture and primary industries, allowing them to participate in steer showing, fostering hands-on learning experiences. The school has a vibrant extracurricular program that includes sports, public speaking, and the arts, with past students achieving accolades such as the NSW Young Sculptor of the Year.

Additionally, the school promotes environmental awareness with initiatives like the 'veggie patch' run by primary students, which supplies fresh produce for the canteen. The community actively supports student learning through various programs and resources, solidifying Braidwood Central's commitment to providing a rich educational experience.

## Mission

Braidwood Central School is committed to the individual growth of each student. Our school culture values well-being, resilience, and a love for learning, all supported by developing strong foundations in literacy and numeracy.

Motto: "Loyalty and Truth"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 306 |
| 2024 | 339 |
| 2023 | 366 |
| 2022 | 367 |
| 2021 | 358 |
| 2020 | 348 |
| 2019 | 351 |
| 2018 | 344 |
| 2017 | 361 |
| 2016 | 376 |
| 2015 | 415 |
| 2014 | 390 |
| 2013 | 405 |
| 2012 | 426 |
| 2011 | 437 |
| 2010 | 411 |
| 2009 | 416 |
| 2008 | 418 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50415-braidwood-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.