# Evans River Community School

Evans River Community School is a NSW government central/community school in Evans Head, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 531 (2025)
- **Address**: Cypress Street, Evans Head NSW 2473
- **Phone**: (02) 6682 6666
- **Website**: https://evansriver-c.schools.nsw.gov.au/
- **Email**: evansriver-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 55987
- **Established**: 1920-10-01

## About

Evans River K to 12 School is a community-focused educational institution located in Evans Head, serving a diverse student body from several surrounding areas, including Woodburn, Broadwater, and Dungarubba. The school aims to nurture students from Kindergarten through to Year 12, fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritises personal growth and community engagement.

## Educational Approach
The school offers a relevant curriculum designed to prepare students for various life experiences, complemented by a rich array of extra-curricular activities. There is a strong focus on high academic and sporting performance, as well as on maintaining high standards of conduct and personal presentation among students. The school's mission is to create a K to 12 educational community dedicated to excellence in both academic and practical education, while ensuring a safe, friendly, and caring atmosphere.

## Facilities and Resources
Evans River boasts modern facilities spread across a 10-hectare site, situated near beautiful natural attractions, which enrich the educational experience. The school provides well-equipped classrooms, a library, science laboratories, and various facilities that support sports, arts, and digital learning. Furthermore, the emphasis on Indigenous programs showcases the school's commitment to fostering cultural understanding and pride among Aboriginal students. 

## Community Involvement
In addition to its academic offerings, Evans River K to 12 School actively involves families and the community in its activities, building strong relationships between students, parents, and staff. This collaborative spirit is reflected in various events and programs within the school, emphasising a holistic approach to education.

## Mission

The school’s mission is to create a K to 12 community school committed to excellence in academic and practical education in a safe, friendly and caring environment, emphasizing personal growth, positive interactions and support between students, staff and community.

Motto: "Ours is the future"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 531 |
| 2024 | 539 |
| 2023 | 530 |
| 2022 | 518 |
| 2021 | 535 |
| 2020 | 505 |
| 2019 | 498 |
| 2018 | 486 |
| 2017 | 490 |
| 2016 | 494 |
| 2015 | 506 |
| 2014 | 499 |
| 2013 | 500 |
| 2012 | 469 |
| 2011 | 466 |
| 2010 | 506 |
| 2009 | 505 |
| 2008 | 512 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/55987-evans-river-community-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.