West Wallsend High School

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About the school

West Wallsend High School is a co-educational, comprehensive Years 7-12 school located in West Wallsend, catering to approximately 600 students. With a strong emphasis on high expectations, the school fosters an environment that supports and encourages students to achieve their personal best. The school's vision centres on engaged learners, passionate teaching, and exceeding expectations.

Core Values and Programs

The school's Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework is integrated into its culture, promoting values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence. These principles are reinforced through various recognition and award systems.

West Wallsend High School maintains robust student management and welfare systems, ensuring a safe and peaceful learning environment. The school collaborates closely with local primary schools to create a seamless educational experience from Kindergarten through Year 12.

Educational Offerings

A diverse curriculum is offered, accommodating both mainstream and support class students. A gifted and talented program provides accelerated learning opportunities, while vocational subjects prepare students for employment or further academic pursuits. Technology integration is a priority, with access to diverse resources to enhance student engagement.

Moreover, the school has established strong partnerships with the University of Newcastle, allowing students to interact with university staff and resources. Year 10 students participate in career transition interviews, designed to equip them for the future. The school also organizes regular HSC masterclasses and offers additional tutoring in English and mathematics.

Creativity is encouraged, with students actively participating in dance, music, drama, and visual arts. The school hosts an annual performing arts showcase and engages in regional festivals, fostering community interest and involvement.

Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Respect | Responsibility | Excellence

Location & Catchment Area

  • West Wallsend High School

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
632 (324 girls, 308 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
631
ICSEA What does this mean?
940 (percentile 21)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
51% / 31% / 14% / 3%
Indigenous students
17%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
58.3
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
17.5

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 139
Year 8 141
Year 9 127
Year 10 96
Year 11 72
Year 12 57
Total 632

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 632 324 308 - 940 58.3
2024 643 313 330 82.5 942 58.7
2023 635 314 321 83.5 933 58.5
2022 646 320 326 79.8 936 57.9
2021 658 329 329 85.8 924 56.9
2020 645 318 327 - 927 55.8
2019 600 294 306 87 933 53.3
2018 566 284 282 86.5 923 54.2
2017 568 274 294 89.4 912 50
2016 564 283 281 86.5 919 51.4
2015 567 273 294 87.6 928 52
2014 599 287 312 88.3 937 54
2013 624 301 323 88.1 931 54.3
2012 618 302 316 89.2 924 52.6
2011 597 270 327 87.1 922 52.9
2010 582 265 317 - 917 51.7
2009 571 260 311 - 967 51.1
2008 554 252 302 - 967 51.8

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.

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