# Trundle Central School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 98 (2025)
- **Address**: Croft St, Trundle NSW 2875
- **Phone**: (02) 6892 1346
- **Website**: https://trundle-c.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: trundle-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 51104
- **Established**: 1883-01-01

## About

Trundle Central School is a K to 12 school located 65 kilometres north west of Parkes and Forbes. It serves the town and surrounding rural hinterland, fostering a strong sense of partnership with the local community, buoyed by an active Parents and Citizens Association. The school is known for its commitment to providing a professional, stimulating, and challenging learning environment, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds.

## Community Support
Trundle Central School is well-supported by the local community, with a dedicated focus on growth and partnership that enhances educational outcomes. The school participates in the Western Access Program, connecting students in Years 11 and 12 with seven small central schools via information communication technology, facilitating broader educational opportunities.

## Infrastructure and Facilities
Recent enhancements include the completion of the Cooler Classrooms project, which has improved the learning environment with healthier classrooms. Additionally, the school benefits from federally funded initiatives such as the Country Area Program, aimed at minimising educational disadvantages that arise from physical isolation.

## Comprehensive Education
Trundle Central School prides itself on a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of subjects, extracurricular activities, and tailored learning support for every student. The dedicated staff are known for their stable year-to-year employment, allowing for strong working relationships between staff, students, and families. The school also prioritises social welfare programs, demonstrating its commitment to educating the whole child and preparing them for a successful transition into employment.

## Mission

At Trundle Central School, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where every student is known and cared for.

Motto: "We help every student to learn, grow and succeed."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 98 |
| 2024 | 101 |
| 2023 | 107 |
| 2022 | 99 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2020 | 114 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2018 | 114 |
| 2017 | 113 |
| 2016 | 114 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2013 | 97 |
| 2012 | 110 |
| 2011 | 102 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2009 | 92 |
| 2008 | 96 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/51104-trundle-central-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.