# Canobolas Public School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 136 (2025)
- **Address**: Canobolas Rd, Orange NSW 2800
- **Phone**: (02) 6365 3282
- **Website**: https://canobolas-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: canobolas-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 51004
- **Established**: 1864-01-01

## About

Canobolas Public School is a comprehensive primary school catering to Kindergarten to Year 6 students, established in 1878 and located six kilometres south west of Orange. Set in park-like grounds, the school combines modern and practical learning spaces with the charm of a historic 19th-century school building. The school prides itself on fostering strong community bonds and personalising education to meet the unique needs of each child.

## Commitment to Excellence
At Canobolas Public School, every child's individual learning journey is celebrated. The school has a strong commitment to literacy, numeracy, technology, and music, providing a rich curriculum that empowers students to discover their passions. This is complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities, including a renowned concert band program and numerous competitions such as Tournament of the Minds and the Robo Cup, promoting a culture of excellence and achievement.

## A Nurturing Environment
The school fosters a warm and nurturing environment that supports every child from the moment they arrive. With a strong focus on academic development, the dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that student learning is tailored to individual needs, thus enhancing outcomes for all. The school also places a high value on the creative arts and physical education, ensuring a balanced approach to learning.

Moreover, Canobolas Public School provides tailored support for all students, including those with high potential, additional needs, or disabilities, and actively promotes a sense of belonging and community among its diverse student population.

## Mission

At Canobolas Public School we take pride in delivering an excellent education in a warm and nurturing environment. We have a strong commitment to literacy, numeracy, technology and music. We promote and celebrate achievement and endeavour.

Motto: "A small school with a big vision."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 136 |
| 2024 | 135 |
| 2023 | 139 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2020 | 133 |
| 2019 | 126 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2017 | 109 |
| 2016 | 109 |
| 2015 | 115 |
| 2014 | 99 |
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2012 | 86 |
| 2011 | 90 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2009 | 80 |
| 2008 | 74 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/51004-canobolas-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.