Very small government primary school (13 students, K–6) in outer regional NSW serving a highly disadvantaged community.
Old Bonalbo Public School draws students from the Old Bonalbo PS.
Old Bonalbo Public School is a very small government primary school with approximately 13 students. It offers education for years K-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Old Bonalbo Public School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Old Bonalbo Public School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.6:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 35% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 78%, which is below the national benchmark.
Old Bonalbo Public School is located in Old Bonalbo, NSW, classified as a outer regional school. With an ICSEA of 776 (2th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is below average, which means the school serves a community with greater socio-educational challenges. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.