Why choose us?
Menindee Central School is a Kindergarten to Year 12, Connected Community School in Menindee. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
A small community about 110km from Broken Hill, Menindee is best known for its lakes system fed by the Darling River. This historic town is famous for being the last town from which the colonial explorers Burke and Wills set off on their ill-fated cross-country expedition.
Typical of a small community (pop. 550), Menindee locals enjoy an easygoing, friendly and close-knit camaraderie that sees many regular social and get-together activities. With its lakes as a central point, Menindee offers water sports such as sailing, swimming, kayaking, water skiing and fishing. Other recreational activities enjoyed by the community include tennis, golf, and rifle-range shooting.
The school is a central hub of the community with an enrolment of 80 students from kindergarten to year 12, of whom over 70% are of Aboriginal heritage. Menindee Central School has received recognition statewide for its high student retention and attendance rates, built up through engaging programs. Menindee Central School is also renowned for its inclusive outlook for all students and its innovative implementation of the local language, Paakantyi, across the school and as an accredited HSC subject.
Menindee Central School is one of the best-resourced schools in the NSW public education system, with SMART board in every class and laptops for all staff and students.
Our vision: we are a community school where people develop in a caring, stimulating environment. We can achieve this by focusing on enhancing student wellbeing, providing an appropriate curriculum, child-centred teaching and learning, quality professional development of staff and the encouragement of community involvement and participation. The school provides K-12 learning, catering for years 11-12 through the Wilvandee Access Program which links Menindee with central schools in Ivanhoe and Wilcannia.
Contact us to find out if Menindee Central School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
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Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Learning and Support
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in MENINDEE. The school bus runs daily, making every day at school more convenient for our families.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school is underpinned by a Stronger Smarter Approach. Through a shared language across our school community, students learn to be Strong and Smart, with High Expectations of themselves and Others.
- Pride
- Leadership
- Respect
- Striving in Learning
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help students at Menindee thrive. The wide range of expertise of our staff ensure that students get broad learning opportunities. Our dedication with supporting individual students towards success is at the heart of our school. Our participation in Children's University each year and our strong links with the University of Newcastle ensure that our students overcome the barrier of distance to gain a pathway into academic study if that is their choice. Students are supported by the school with transitioning into post-school pathways whether it is employment, apprenticeships or tertiary education.
- Well-resourced classrooms
- High quality teaching & learning
- Excursions
- Inclusive school community
- High-level support with post-school opportunities
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. Each of our classes has an SLSO for additional student support with the learning process.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in each classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
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wellbeing and counselling support
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educational leadership opportunities
A welcoming community
We are a Connected Communities School and the hub of our community. Our staff understand the importance of community consultation across all that we do. Whenever possible, we ensure our community are invited and involved in the life of our school.
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Celebrating school events achievements together with -
- Harmony Day Celebration
- NAIDOC Celebration
- Music evenings
- School Assemblies
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Creating open communication channels between school and community
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Creating culturally safe and empowering learning environments
Stories and highlights
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.
Policies and reports
Discover our local school policies, reports and plans.