Bourke Public School was erected in 1975 and is located 380 km north-west of Dubbo in the Bourke School Education Group (SEG). The Bourke School Education Group is located in an area with 16 widely-dispersed communities with low populations; eleven of the schools are located in the Murdi Paaki region. The school has a current population of over 200 students, 75% of which are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. Bourke Public School's mission statement indicates our belief that by developing strong relationships between the school, parents and the community we aim to create a caring, co-operative learning environment that develops outstanding skills, attitudes and feelings that will prepare students for their future. Bourke Public School has a small active Parents and Citizens committee and a highly supportive Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) which provide ongoing support to the school. Bourke Public School receives funding through the Priority Schools Program (PSP), the Country Areas Program (CAP), Schools In Partnerships (SIPS), National Partnerships Low SES and National Partnerships Literacy and Numeracy which all allow for extra programs to be implemented to support students in isolated areas, low socio-economic areas and Aboriginal students. Bourke Public School has an experienced, passionate and innovative staff who are committed to the ongoing enhancement of our school. The school staff of 30 consists of school executive, classroom teachers, reading recovery and Aboriginal Education Resource teachers.