Why choose us?
Ashford Central School is a Kindergarten to Year 12 school in Ashford, NSW. We are proud to be a public school on the Kwiambal Country that welcomes students from all cultures and backgrounds.
Our vision:
At Ashford Central School we endeavour to prepare our students for post-school life by establishing clear pathway plans from Kindergarten to Year 12 that will allow them to become valued contributors to society.
Teachers continually work hard to build strong connections with parents and community to foster the shared responsibility for our students' education. We place an importance on the collaborative approach to planning and aspire to encourage participation by all stakeholders.
Contact us to find out if Ashford 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.
Support for every family
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 Ashford, our school is easy to access by school bus services, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"The number of extra curricular opportunities provided to my child to support his future career aspirations is outstanding - most at very little cost to our family. Staff have gone above and beyond to seek out experiences to further his education in science and technology . ” — a parent of Ashford Central School
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- participation in a range of competitions
- success in life beyond school
- active community members
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- a wide variety of subjects.
- school sport and inter-school competitions
- cultural activities through a strong connection to the Ashford Local Aboriginal Lands Council
- student leadership opportunities through SRC
- a wide variety community volunteering opportunities
- careers education and industry immersion
- the Duke of Edinburgh program
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. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- celebrating Harmony Day
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
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.