Wilcannia Central School

Wilcannia, NSW, 2836

Gov K-12 · Years P-12 Co-educational 65 students Very remote
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School profile

ACARA

School type

Co-educational

Year range

P-12

School staff (FTE)

23.4

15.5 teaching · 7.9 non-teaching

Students per teacher

4.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

65

Indigenous students

89%

Language other than English

63%

Girls vs boys

35 girls · 30 boys

54%
46%

Socio-educational background

Well below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

About

Wilcannia Central School is a comprehensive, co-educational Central School serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in Wilcannia, NSW. As a K–12 school, it provides a continuous educational pathway through every stage of schooling within a single community setting. The school's motto, "River of knowledge and learning ~ Ngurtaana Paakna~na," captures its dual identity — one that honours the local language and the significance of the Darling River to the Wilcannia community. This bilingual motto reflects a commitment to cultural connection as a foundation for learning. Specialist support is available across a range of student needs, including programs for high potential and gifted learners, English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) support, and Student Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) working alongside classroom teachers. These offerings allow the school to cater to a diverse range of learners within the one campus. The school's current strategic priorities centre on Reading, Numeracy, Attendance, Wellbeing, and HSC results — areas that reflect a focused, evidence-informed approach to improving outcomes across the full school community, from the early years through to senior secondary.

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Pay and agreement

Graduate

$90,177

Starting salary

Top of scale

$137,861

Highly Accomplished / Lead Teacher

Super

12.0%

Employer contribution

Under the Crown Employees (Teachers) Award 2024. Full-time equivalent, before allowances.

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What you need to teach here

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NESA Teacher Accreditation

NSW Education Standards Authority

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NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Office of the Children's Guardian

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Location

Remoteness

Very remote