NSW public high schools teaching Year 9
Year 9 begins Stage 5, the two years leading to the Record of School Achievement. It is the first year students study elective subjects of their own choosing and the final year they sit NAPLAN.
Electives
Alongside the mandatory subjects, Year 9 students take the elective courses chosen at the end of Year 8. Electives are 100-hour or 200-hour courses and the range depends on the school; specialist high schools often offer deeper options in their focus area. Grades earned in Stage 5 courses are reported on the Record of School Achievement (RoSA) for students who leave before the HSC.
Learning in Year 9
Students sit NAPLAN in March for the last time. Mathematics is usually taught in pathways suited to different levels, science and history become more analytical, and many schools begin careers education and work-readiness programs.
Related pages
- Year 10: the end of Stage 5 and the RoSA year.
- Year 8: when electives are chosen.
- Schools by specialty subject: specialist high schools with deeper elective offerings.
- The official NAPLAN site describes the tests.
462 schools found.
Results ordered by proximity to Smiths Hill High School.
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Smiths Hill High School
35-37 Gipps St, Wollongong NSW 2500
Smith's Hill High School is an academically selective co-educational high school in Wollongong, known for its commitment to excellence and a supportive learning environment that encourages individual growth through diverse curricular and extra-curricular activities.
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Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts
Lysaght St, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519
Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts offers a diverse and inclusive environment, focusing on academic and performing arts excellence, supported by a dedicated teaching staff and robust sports programs.
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Keira High School
Lysaght St, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519
Keira High School is a high-performing, inclusive coeducational high school in North Wollongong, focusing on student wellbeing and academic excellence through diverse learning opportunities and strong community partnerships.
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Figtree High School
Gibsons Rd, Figtree NSW 2525
Figtree High School is a comprehensive public high school near Wollongong, established in 1969, focusing on respect, safety, and learning, with a commitment to excellence across academics and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Corrimal High School
Murray Rd, Corrimal NSW 2518
Corrimal High School is a comprehensive secondary school in northern Wollongong, dedicated to providing an inclusive educational environment with a diverse curriculum and strong community connections.
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Warrawong High School
Cowper St, Warrawong NSW 2502
Warrawong High School is a multicultural comprehensive school in Warrawong, recognised for its academic achievements and diverse student body, offering both traditional and vocational education pathways.
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Illawarra Sports High School
Gura St, Berkeley NSW 2506
Illawarra Sports High School is a comprehensive specialist sports high school offering a broad curriculum and a focus on academic and athletic excellence for students from Years 7 to 12.
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Five Islands Secondary College
Military Rd, Port Kembla NSW 2505
Five Islands Secondary College offers a flexible and personalised educational experience for Years 10 to 12, emphasising strong relationships, diverse pathways, and modern facilities.
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Woonona High School
Nicholson Lane, Woonona NSW 2517
Woonona High School offers a comprehensive education with a focus on excellence, innovation, and student wellbeing, providing diverse curricula and extracurricular activities.
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Bulli High School
Ursula Rd, Bulli NSW 2516
Bulli High School is a comprehensive high school in the Northern Illawarra that emphasises academic excellence, community engagement, and personal growth through a supportive and inclusive environment.