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.
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Airds High School
Briar Rd, Campbelltown NSW 2560
Airds High School is a comprehensive, co-educational high school in Campbelltown, offering a diverse curriculum and a supportive, multicultural environment that emphasises personal and academic growth.
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Albion Park High School
Church St, Albion Park NSW 2527
Albion Park High School is a comprehensive and inclusive institution that prioritises academic excellence and personal growth for students in Years 7 to 12, supported by a diverse curriculum and dedicated staff.
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Albury High School
Kiewa St, Albury NSW 2640
Albury High School is a comprehensive, co-educational institution in Albury, supporting diverse student talents in academics and sports with a strong focus on welfare and technology in education.
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Alexandria Park Community School
Park Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015
Alexandria Park Community School offers a vibrant and supportive K-12 educational experience, known for its strong academic achievements and diverse extracurricular programs in a welcoming community environment.
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Alstonville High School
Cawley Close, Alstonville NSW 2477
Alstonville High School is a co-educational institution in NSW with a strong focus on academic excellence, student well-being, and community involvement, offering a comprehensive education for students from Year 7 to Year 12.
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Ambarvale High School
Thomas Rose Drive, Rosemeadow NSW 2560
Ambarvale High School in Rosemeadow provides a comprehensive education for students in Year 7 to Year 12, focusing on inclusivity, personalised learning, and community engagement to foster student growth and success.
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Ardlethan Central School
Mithul St, Ardlethan NSW 2665
Ardlethan Central School provides a comprehensive K-12 education in South Western NSW, focusing on personalised learning, community collaboration, and academic excellence.
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Ariah Park Central School
Reid St, Ariah Park NSW 2665
Ariah Park Central School is a rural public school known for its equitable educational opportunities and strong extracurricular programs, consistently achieving high performance in literacy and innovation.
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Armidale Secondary College
182 Butler Street, Armidale NSW 2350
Armidale Secondary College is a comprehensive coeducational school for Years 7 to 12 in Armidale, providing modern facilities and a personalised curriculum to foster student growth and success.
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Arthur Phillip High School
102-116 Macquarie Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
Arthur Phillip High School is a culturally diverse and innovative educational institution in Parramatta, providing a technology-rich learning environment and strong community support for students from Year 7 to Year 12.