We provide educational facilities and services of any nature, whether for children or adults, in Nimbin and the surrounding districts.
The Nimbin Community School Co-operative was formed when the previous NSW government school stopped operating as a primary school in 1998. The intention was to continue providing open learning community-based resources, activities and facilities, which we have done now for the last 27 years.
As well as adult education courses, these have included providing a free venue for primary school holiday programs, after school art classes, and free meeting space for a wide array of local community organisations including the organic food co-op, Nimbin Environment Centre, Aquarius Foundation, Nimbin Health & Welfare, Radio Nim-FM etc.
Additionally, during natural disasters in the region, most recently in 2022, our co-op provided much needed facilities for local primary schools, like the Tuntable Falls School, which were inaccessible due to flood damage. Over the last 5 years, the co-op has financially supported an annual Resilience Award for two Year 6 students from the Nimbin Central School to help them transition to high school.
Due to changes in reporting requirements for not-for-profits, our cooperative gained charity status in 2018.
Mission Statement
Formed in 1998, the mission of the Nimbin Community School Co-operative (AKA Nimbin Comskool) is to provide open learning, community-based resources, and education courses. The Comskool also provides free venues for local organizations, after-school activities, and community holiday programs.
The Comskool was established to support the vibrant culture and educational needs of the Nimbin district. By acting as an anchor point for local groups, we focus on:
- Adult Education: Offering courses tailored to the local community.
- Resource Sharing: Providing meeting spaces and facilities for various Nimbin organizations, including the Nimbin Hemp Embassy, the Organic Food Co-op and the Nimbin Environment Centre.
- Youth Engagement: Hosting spaces and auspicing programs designed for local youth.