# Carcoar Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 31 (2025)
- **Address**: Icely St, Carcoar NSW 2791
- **Phone**: (02) 6367 3032
- **Website**: https://carcoar-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: carcoar-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50966
- **Established**: 1857-09-01

## About

Carcoar Public School is a PP6 School that serves the rural village of Carcoar, located on the Central Tablelands of NSW. The school fosters strong ties with the local community and collaborates closely with the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C). Students learn in a supportive, positive, and stimulating environment, enjoying a vibrant curriculum that includes literacy, numeracy, athletics, swimming, technology, music, and art. The school's commitment to wellbeing ensures that every student can thrive personally and academically.

Nestled in the historic village of Carcoar, the school benefits from its picturesque surroundings and a close-knit atmosphere that makes learning a joyful experience. The community celebrates its heritage, conducting various events such as the Annual Carcoar Cup Running Festival. Carcoar Public School also belongs to the Heritage Schools group, enabling connections with larger schools and other small schools for broader educational opportunities. This collaboration enhances learning and provides students with rich experiences beyond the classroom.

The school prides itself on its emphasis on positive behaviour for learning and creativity, which are crucial for developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Every child's learning journey is tailored through effective partnerships with families, enabling personalised support systems that help students excel. This commitment to education, coupled with the dedication of staff and community members, creates a nurturing and enriching atmosphere for all students.

## Mission

A small school with endless opportunities, Carcoar is a place where every child is supported to thrive and shine!

Motto: "Out of the Past | Into the Future"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 31 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2008 | 8 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50966-carcoar-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.