About the school
Willoughby Girls High School, founded in 1934, is a distinguished public school recognised for its commitment to girls' education within one of Australia's most competitive schooling areas. Renowned for its high academic standards, the school demonstrates exceptional performance reflected in its Higher School Certificate results, with many graduates progressing to university. Extension streams are offered for selected students in Years 7 to 10, aimed specifically at those with high academic abilities.
Educational Environment
The school fosters a culture of individual excellence and lifelong learning, preparing students to become responsible citizens and leaders. A well-structured welfare system responds to both student and parent needs, complemented by clear discipline policies and a defined uniform code that contribute to a safe and stable learning atmosphere. With a diverse student body hailing from various cultural backgrounds, the school promotes harmony and inclusivity.
Strong Values
At Willoughby Girls High School, core values such as cooperation, integrity, personal responsibility, and respect are instilled in students. The school prides itself on providing a purposeful and friendly environment that encourages collaboration and academic success, ensuring that every student is equipped to explore their passions and develop essential skills for the future. As the only comprehensive government girls' school on Sydney's lower north shore, it remains dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of young women.
Mission
A leading comprehensive girls’ school recognised for academic success, personal growth, and wellbeing in a supportive environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Willoughby Girls High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Willoughby Public School 105 m
- B Artarmon Public School 1.6 km
- C Naremburn School 1.8 km
- D Northbridge Public School 2.0 km
- E Royal North Shore Hospital School 2.1 km
- F Chatswood Public School 2.1 km
- G Cammeray Public School 2.2 km
- H Bradfield College 2.2 km
- I Castle Cove Public School 2.2 km
- J Chatswood High School 2.3 km
- K Roseville Public School 2.6 km
- L Anzac Park Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,036
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,035.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1152 (percentile 96)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 2% / 10% / 28% / 61%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 9
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 64%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 73.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 176 |
| Year 8 | 178 |
| Year 9 | 189 |
| Year 10 | 182 |
| Year 11 | 164 |
| Year 12 | 147 |
| Total | 1,036 |
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 | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,036 | - | 1152 | 73.7 |
| 2024 | 1,009 | 93 | 1147 | 71 |
| 2023 | 992 | 92.7 | 1147 | 65.9 |
| 2022 | 923 | 92 | 1143 | 62.6 |
| 2021 | 938 | 94 | 1137 | 67.7 |
| 2020 | 968 | - | 1134 | 67.3 |
| 2019 | 962 | 94.4 | 1134 | 64.9 |
| 2018 | 951 | 95.6 | 1134 | 66.2 |
| 2017 | 973 | 95.5 | 1138 | 67.1 |
| 2016 | 974 | 95.8 | 1136 | 66.6 |
| 2015 | 957 | 95.1 | 1141 | 66.8 |
| 2014 | 968 | 95.9 | 1144 | 66.8 |
| 2013 | 921 | 94.3 | 1137 | 65.1 |
| 2012 | 915 | 94.8 | 1156 | 64.8 |
| 2011 | 916 | 94.9 | 1155 | 64.2 |
| 2010 | 931 | - | 1155 | 65.6 |
| 2009 | 930 | - | 1174 | 65.6 |
| 2008 | 918 | - | 1174 | 63.5 |
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.