Central West Leadership Academy
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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Central West Leadership Academy is an independent combined school in Dubbo, NSW, for K–12. It had 158 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.


Dubbo, NSW 2830
- Years
- K–12
- Primary & Secondary
- Students
- 158
- ACARA 2025
- Annual fees
- Not published
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Focus on 21st Century Skills, fostering independent learners prepared for a technical future.
Offering a progressive education, emphasising community engagement, emotional skills, and the International Baccalaureate Programme, aiming to develop principled leaders and innovators equipped for future challenges.
School Overview
Key information about Central West Leadership Academy
| School type | Primary & Secondary | Sector | Independent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year levels | K–12 | Enrolments | 158 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed | Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.5 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Principal | Not available |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not available |
| School type | Primary & Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year levels | K–12 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed |
| Gender | Co-Ed |
| Boarding | No |
| Sector | Independent |
|---|---|
| Enrolments | 158 |
| Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.5 |
| Principal | Not available |
| Founded | Not available |
Enrolment history
Student composition · 2025
Boys and girls
- Boys
- 80(50.6%)
- Girls
- 78(49.4%)
Language background other than English
- Another language at home
- 48%
- English only
- 52%
- Not stated
- 0%
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Central West Leadership Academy
8 George St, Dubbo, NSW 2830
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IB Diploma in western NSW
The school delivers the IB Diploma Programme for Years 11 and 12, giving Dubbo students a globally recognised pathway to university.
Admissions via specialisation
Entry considers demonstrated ability in academic, artistic, sport or leadership areas, not only standard academic testing.
21st-century skills focus
The curriculum centres on critical thinking, creativity, citizenship, communication and coding with students using their own computers.
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