Why choose us?

Learn about our values, what we offer, and why families trust us to support student learning and growth. See our opportunities, programs and student support.

Why choose us?

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What makes our school a great choice for your child?

High-Quality Teaching
Our dedicated teachers are passionate, experienced, and continually update their skills through professional development. They use evidence-based teaching methods and technology to provide engaging lessons tailored to different learning styles. Our curriculum covers all key learning areas and is designed to challenge and inspire students.

Supportive and Inclusive Learning Environment
We create a welcoming atmosphere for all students, recognising and respecting each child’s individual needs, background, and abilities. Our school implements programs and policies that nurture diversity and promote positive relationships among students and staff. Classrooms are managed to foster respect, kindness, and cooperation, ensuring every student feels safe and supported.

Diverse Learning and Extra-curricular Opportunities
Students can engage in a range of academic extension programs, sports, creative arts, leadership roles, and wellbeing activities. We encourage participation in school clubs, competitions, performances, and community events, helping students develop confidence, teamwork, and new skills. These programs help students discover interests and develop skills beyond academics.

Strong Values
We teach and model values such as respect, integrity, responsibility, and empathy. Our school has positive behaviour initiatives and awards to recognise students who demonstrate these values. Programs like peer mentoring encourage compassion, teamwork, and leadership, preparing students for future success.

Modern Facilities and Resources
Our classrooms are equipped with interactive technology and access to digital learning tools. We have well-maintained playgrounds, sports facilities, a library, science labs, and dedicated spaces for art and music. These resources create an engaging environment where students can thrive.

Focus on Student Wellbeing
We prioritise the health and happiness of every child. Our school offers wellbeing programs, access to counsellors, and personal development lessons. Support structures are in place for students facing challenges, ensuring they are cared for academically, socially, and emotionally.

Strong Partnerships with Families
We value communication and collaboration with families. Parents and carers are regularly informed about school news and their child’s progress, and are invited to participate in school events and committees. We seek feedback and work together to support every student’s learning journey.

Learn about our High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program

Every student has potential waiting to be discovered and developed. We provide opportunities for every learner to be challenged, supported and inspired, helping them to grow as curious thinkers.

Inspire-High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program

Why choose a public high school?

Public high schools prepare young people to lead full and satisfying adult lives, and to handle the challenges of the contemporary world.

Why choose a public high school?

Student wellbeing

At our school, student wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. We want every student to feel safe, included and ready to learn. Whether your child needs help with their mental, emotional, social or physical wellbeing, we are here to help them thrive at school and in daily life.

Learn more about student wellbeing

Subjects

Our school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, giving students the opportunity to learn across a range of subjects. Each subject is taught by dedicated, experienced teachers who create engaging lessons to foster curiosity, develop essential skills, and support every child’s individual strengths and interests.

Learn more about what we offer

Enrolment procedure

Use the school finder tool to locate your local high school School finder

Watch a short video overview of the process for moving into Year 7 (opens in new window).

• If your child is currently attending a NSW public primary school, your child's primary school will provide instructions about the Expression of Interest (EOI) process in Term 1.

• Parents/Carer(s) will submit an expression of interest online or on paper, indicating the chosen high school for Year 7. You can apply if you are out of the school's enrolment intake area, pending student numbers.
• If your child is not currently attending a NSW public primary school, please reach out to the high school you would like to enrol you child in for more information about the enrolment process, early Term 1.
• You can find details of NSW public high schools at School Finder.

School selection

The EOI allows you to indicate which high school(s) you would like your child to attend. You can apply if you are out of the school area.

Enrolment application

After submitting the EOI and it has been assessed, the chosen high school(s) will issue an official enrolment application.

Placement offer

A place will then be offered at a government high school, often your local high school, after assessment of the application.

Online enrolment status

Visit online enrolment to see the status of your expression of interest.

Moving to high school information

Click on the link to view:

Moving into high school information

Moving into Year 7 at a NSW Government School Booklet

DE International

For Online Application Portal IT support, contact the DE International IT Support team during business hours on 1300 615 199.

DE International is the international unit of the NSW Department of Education. They manage international programs for all overseas students and temporary residents enrolling in a NSW government school, as well as study tours programs for groups to visit our schools and department facilities. They register and monitor student exchange organisations and host overseas government delegations.

Temporary Residents Program

Applications for enrolment through the Temporary Residents Program must be submitted through the Online Application Portal.

Distance Education

Distance education is an equity program for students who are geographically isolated or whose individual circumstances prevent them from regularly attending school. Students must meet one of the conditions in the Distance Education Enrolment Procedures to be eligible to access this program as a full-time student.

For more information about educational opportunities in rural areas, visit Rural and distance education.

Where can I find information about high schools?

Your child is entitled to enrol at their local high school. Use the School finder tool to locate your local high school.

More information about the different types of high schools is available in English and community languages within the Moving into Year 7 in a NSW Government school booklet.

Can I apply for a high school outside my local area?

You can submit an expression of interest to any high school.

If the demand for local enrolment exceeds the number of places available, out-of-area enrolments will not be available.

Does your child need extra support?

Our learning and support team is here to help. Visit additional learning support before you complete the enrolment form to learn how we can best support your child.

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What happens after a school offers a place for my child?

You must enrol directly with the high school by completing an online application via the high school’s enrolment page or submitting a paper-based application form to the high school.

What happens if my child’s expression of interest is declined by the high school?

If your expression of interest is declined, the school may place you on a waiting list and inform you if a place becomes available. Your expression of interest will be automatically forwarded to your next preference for assessment. If all of your preferences are unable to be accommodated, you can enrol at your local high school.

What happens if I decline an offer made by the high school?

If you decline an offer to an out-of-area high school, we will assume that you require a place in your local high school and ask you to complete an enrolment application for that school.

How can I access information about the process and an enrolment form in a language other than English?

Translated forms are available in pdf format.

Moving into Year 7 in a NSW Government school for a translated expression of interest form.

Application to enrol in a NSW Government school for a translated enrolment application form.

How can I access information about the process and an enrolment form in a language other than English?

Moving into Year 7 in a NSW Government school for a translated expression of interest form.

Application to enrol in a NSW Government school for a translated enrolment application form.

Need more information visit NSW Department of Education?

NSW Department of Education

• local intake areas
• non-local enrolments
• additional learning needs
• starting or transitioning to school
• moving schools
• other ways to enrol.

Student, parent/carer information handbook

At our school we have high expectations of ourselves as educators. Our information handbook provides students and their parent/carer's with valuable information that will assist them throughout their schooling year.

We look forward to working with you to help your child thrive and become the best they can be.

Student, parent/carer information handbook

Need an interpreter?

If you need an interpreter to assist you to contact the school, please call the Telephone Interpreting Service on 131 450 and ask for an interpreter in your language. Tell the operator the phone number you want to ring, and the operator will get an interpreter on the line to help you with your conversation. You will not be charged for this service.

This free and on-demand service facilitates clear communication between parents and schools. Parent/carer(s) can listen to instructions on using the service in their language.

School contributions and elective subject contributions

School contributions are optional contributions the school requests from parents and carers to enhance educational programs.​

Principals determine the level of voluntary school contributions in line with published departmental advice and in consultation with their school communities.

The payment of voluntary school contributions is at the discretion of parents and carers.

Schools must not deny any student the opportunity to meet syllabus requirements because of non-payment of voluntary school contributions.

Elective subject contributions are those the school requests from parents and carers for elective subjects in which the student is enrolled, for resources that go beyond the minimum requirements of the curriculum.​

For more information, see voluntary school contributions on the Department of Education's website.