Tweed River High School
All pathways, all possibilities - a place for every child.
About the school
Tweed River High School is a vibrant, comprehensive high school located in Tweed Heads South, dedicated to academic achievement and positive student wellbeing. The school's core values of teamwork, opportunity, respect, excellence, and safety inform a wide range of outstanding student programs. It fosters a safe and orderly school environment that enables all students to achieve their best through various wellbeing initiatives aimed at developing resilience and adaptability.
Academic Programs
Students at Tweed River High School engage in a diverse academic curriculum, including a strong Agricultural program that utilises the school farm, a Marine Studies program with direct access to the Tweed River, and a state-of-the-art Metals and Engineering trade skills centre. The school's Academic Talent Pathway offers an environment for rapid achievement and higher-order thinking skills. Self-select classes in years 9 and 10 provide additional extension opportunities for stage 5 students.
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
The school promotes a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including year camps, academic workshops, and sports development programs that allow students to cultivate their unique talents. Its creative and performing arts programs enable students to perform at local, regional, and state-wide events.
Commitment to Student Wellbeing
With a dedicated team of specialist teachers and tailored tutorial programs, Tweed River High School ensures that every student receives the support necessary to excel in a welcoming environment. The school actively encourages family involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration in student success. For families considering enrolment, the school welcomes visits and provides extensive information about its exceptional programs and opportunities.
Mission
At Tweed River High School, we are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students by fostering a tradition of academic and sporting excellence.
Location & Catchment Area
- Tweed River High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Tweed Heads South Public School 195 m
- B Caldera School 1.4 km
- C Fingal Head Public School 2.4 km
- D Centaur Public School 2.6 km
- E Banora Point High School 2.7 km
- F Tweed Heads Public School 2.9 km
- G Banora Point Public School 3.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 590 (249 girls, 341 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 589.6
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 940 (percentile 21)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 45% / 34% / 16% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 120
- Indigenous students
- 24%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 59.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 97 |
| Year 8 | 134 |
| Year 9 | 95 |
| Year 10 | 95 |
| Year 11 | 100 |
| Year 12 | 69 |
| Total | 590 |
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 | 590 | 249 | 341 | - | 940 | 59.3 |
| 2024 | 607 | 261 | 346 | 80.1 | 943 | 58.3 |
| 2023 | 607 | 268 | 339 | 79.6 | 940 | 58.3 |
| 2022 | 610 | 276 | 334 | 80.1 | 945 | 58 |
| 2021 | 657 | 291 | 366 | 82.4 | 942 | 57.4 |
| 2020 | 703 | 325 | 378 | - | 942 | 54.4 |
| 2019 | 693 | 352 | 341 | 84.5 | 944 | 52.4 |
| 2018 | 721 | 374 | 347 | 89 | 942 | 52.8 |
| 2017 | 723 | 369 | 354 | 87.8 | 955 | 54.9 |
| 2016 | 796 | 402 | 394 | 87.4 | 950 | 57.3 |
| 2015 | 852 | 422 | 430 | 88.9 | 961 | 60.6 |
| 2014 | 896 | 434 | 462 | 89.9 | 953 | 61.4 |
| 2013 | 901 | 422 | 479 | 89.9 | 951 | 63.7 |
| 2012 | 927 | 424 | 503 | 87.2 | 937 | 63.2 |
| 2011 | 900 | 437 | 463 | 86.8 | 933 | 61.5 |
| 2010 | 860 | 404 | 456 | - | 932 | 59.4 |
| 2009 | 796 | 377 | 419 | - | 960 | 58.2 |
| 2008 | 773 | 378 | 395 | - | 960 | 58.5 |
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.