# Casuarina School

Casuarina School is a NSW government schools for specific purposes in Riverstone, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Schools for Specific Purposes
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Enrolments**: 40 (2025)
- **Address**: Garfield Rd E & Piccadilly St, Riverstone NSW 2765
- **Phone**: (02) 9627 5590
- **Website**: https://casuarina-s.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: casuarina-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 57880
- **Established**: 2001-10-22

## About

Casuarina School is a specialist school located in Riverstone, NSW, dedicated to providing intensive educational and behavioural support for students who require a higher level of assistance than traditional settings can offer. The school collaborates closely with parents and caregivers to facilitate access to its programs through a regional placement process overseen by a panel of educational professionals. 

## Educational Approach
The core programs at Casuarina School focus on developing key skills in literacy, numeracy, social communication, and interaction. These programs are continually reviewed to address the diverse and complex needs of the student population, ensuring that optimal support and opportunities for improvement are provided. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and inclusive environment, where every child is valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their best. 

## Community Engagement
Central to the school's philosophy is the belief that strong partnerships between home and school facilitate student success. Casuarina School celebrates the rich diversity of its students and their families, creating a welcoming environment where every voice matters. The dedicated and passionate staff work tirelessly to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioural needs through evidence-informed programs. 

## Achievements and Recognition
Casuarina School values the achievements of its students across various domains, including academic, creative, and athletic pursuits. The school community takes pride in these successes, reflecting both individual growth and the shared spirit of support that defines the institution. As a result, Casuarina School is recognised not only as a place of learning but as a nurturing community where students thrive.

## Mission

Casuarina School is dedicated to nurturing the unique strengths and potential of each student, providing a safe and supportive environment where every child can achieve their best.

Motto: "Safe | Respectful | Engaged"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 40 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2008 | 18 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/57880-casuarina-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.