# Dunedoo Central School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 152 (2025)
- **Address**: Digilah St, Dunedoo NSW 2844
- **Phone**: (02) 6375 1489
- **Website**: https://dunedoo-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: dunedoo-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 51067
- **Established**: 1896-01-01

## About

Dunedoo Central School provides a quality education from Kindergarten to Year 12. Situated on the side of a hill, it offers sweeping views over the Talbragar River valley. The school is located in Dunedoo, a town named after the Aboriginal word for Black Swan, nestled in a rich agricultural area of central west NSW, renowned for cereal cropping, beef, and sheep production. Established as a central school with a population of approximately 240 students, it boasts a committed staff dedicated to delivering a varied curriculum. Unique to Dunedoo Central School is its shared site with the Western Institute of TAFE, enhancing educational opportunities.

## Community and Family Focus
Dunedoo Central School places a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of family through regular whole-school activities and a diverse range of extracurricular and cultural events. The supportive and encouraging atmosphere nurtures students, equipping them with positive knowledge, skills, and values. Parents and the wider community are actively involved, creating partnerships that enhance the educational experience.

## Curriculum and Programs
The school is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalised learning experiences tailored to each student's needs. Its comprehensive curriculum includes opportunities in various subjects, empowering students to explore their interests and develop skills essential for their future. Wellbeing and learning support teams are in place, ensuring that every child can succeed in a welcoming environment that values diversity and inclusion.

## Mission

Dunedoo Central School provides a positive, personalised learning culture where all students are encouraged to achieve their potential. Students are guided by dedicated staff who use Quality Teaching, innovative technologies and strategically planned whole school wellbeing processes.

Motto: "Our Best Always"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 152 |
| 2024 | 164 |
| 2023 | 165 |
| 2022 | 167 |
| 2021 | 158 |
| 2020 | 166 |
| 2019 | 157 |
| 2018 | 171 |
| 2017 | 185 |
| 2016 | 197 |
| 2015 | 213 |
| 2014 | 203 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2012 | 206 |
| 2011 | 201 |
| 2010 | 220 |
| 2009 | 220 |
| 2008 | 214 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/51067-dunedoo-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.