About the school
Gymea Technology High School is a co-educational, comprehensive high school situated in Gymea, catering to students from Years 7 to 12 with a strong emphasis on technology. The school maintains a stable enrolment of around 720 students, which fosters a close-knit community where students and staff can interact effectively, recognising individual needs and differences. Approximately 70% of its student body comes from outside the local feeder area, drawing talent from over thirty-five primary schools.
Curriculum and Programs
Gymea Technology High School focuses on providing a broad curriculum that includes an accelerated, selective technology class available in each year group, offering a full range of technology electives from Year 9 to Year 12. The school prides itself on the diversity of opportunities it provides, including extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement and personal development. Programs like STEM, creative arts, and other areas encourage creativity and critical thinking.
Supportive Environment
The school is staffed by dedicated, highly qualified educators committed to celebrating student success and maintaining a positive learning climate. This supportive environment boosts the self-esteem of students and motivates them to pursue their goals. Furthermore, a strong Parents and Citizens Association aids the school, fostering a friendly and secure space for students to thrive.
Through innovative learning spaces, integrated technology, and a strong community focus, Gymea Technology High School aims to inspire every student to learn, grow, and succeed in their academic and personal adventures.
Mission
At Gymea Technology High School, we are committed to bringing out the personal best in all students through equipping them with the academic, social and lifelong skills that will lead them into successful pathways beyond school.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gymea Technology High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gymea North Public School 601 m
- B Kirrawee Public School 667 m
- C Bates Drive School 878 m
- D Port Hacking High School 1.3 km
- E Miranda Public School 1.4 km
- F Sutherland North Public School 1.5 km
- G Jannali East Public School 1.6 km
- H Kirrawee High School 1.8 km
- I Gymea Bay Public School 1.9 km
- J Kareela Public School 1.9 km
- K The Jannali High School 2.2 km
- L Sutherland Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 554 (212 girls, 342 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 552.8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1048 (percentile 68)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 16% / 30% / 33% / 21%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 66
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 31%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 44.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 10.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 108 |
| Year 8 | 100 |
| Year 9 | 103 |
| Year 10 | 95 |
| Year 11 | 66 |
| Year 12 | 82 |
| Total | 554 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 554 | 212 | 342 | - | 1048 | 44.2 |
| 2024 | 590 | 228 | 362 | 89.3 | 1051 | 46.3 |
| 2023 | 606 | 240 | 366 | 88.6 | 1046 | 47.2 |
| 2022 | 623 | 263 | 360 | 87.7 | 1046 | 47.9 |
| 2021 | 619 | 263 | 356 | 90 | 1040 | 48.2 |
| 2020 | 654 | 291 | 363 | - | 1043 | 49.7 |
| 2019 | 641 | 287 | 354 | 91.7 | 1040 | 48.2 |
| 2018 | 613 | 264 | 349 | 92.2 | 1039 | 46.9 |
| 2017 | 613 | 258 | 355 | 92.7 | 1046 | 47.8 |
| 2016 | 604 | 246 | 358 | 92 | 1042 | 46.8 |
| 2015 | 616 | 249 | 367 | 91.4 | 1039 | 47.8 |
| 2014 | 607 | 229 | 378 | 91.4 | 1032 | 48.4 |
| 2013 | 644 | 257 | 387 | 91.3 | 1041 | 50.4 |
| 2012 | 687 | 280 | 407 | 91.6 | 1043 | 51.9 |
| 2011 | 689 | 287 | 402 | 92.1 | 1042 | 53.1 |
| 2010 | 716 | 291 | 425 | - | 1042 | 54 |
| 2009 | 680 | 294 | 386 | - | 1060 | 52.2 |
| 2008 | 668 | 307 | 361 | - | 1060 | 50.7 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.