Girraween High School

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Aspire - Respect - Unite

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About the school

Girraween High School is a fully academically selective, co-educational high school located in Western Sydney, with an enrolment of approximately 784 students. The school boasts an impressive track record, with 100% of Year 12 graduates typically proceeding to tertiary study at a university. Girraween High School prioritises both student wellbeing and academic excellence, employing strategies such as student mentoring and the RAW (Resilience, Achievement and Wellbeing) Model of Positive Education to foster a supportive environment.

Academic and Extracurricular Programs

Teaching and learning at Girraween High School are centred around high expectations for student achievement and the promotion of leadership opportunities among students and staff. The school’s Core Values—Aspire, Respect, and Unite—serve as the foundation of its community, while a diverse range of cocurricular activities ensures students remain engaged. Dedicated staff provide tailored learning experiences to cater to the cognitive and emotional needs of all students, including those identified as high potential and gifted learners.

Commitment to Excellence

Girraween High School is dedicated to strong performance in both NAPLAN and HSC assessments and continually seeks to enhance student educational outcomes through professional development and collaboration among staff. Focus areas include differentiated learning approaches, High Potential and Gifted Education, and holistic educational strategies that extend beyond the classroom, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for university and their future paths in life.

Mission

Girraween High School is a fully academically selective school committed to nurturing high potential and gifted learners. Our vision is to develop well-rounded, confident, and responsible students who actively strive to achieve their full potential in every aspect of their education. In our community, we prioritise unity, ensuring that every student is recognised, valued, and supported in their individual journey.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
784 (334 girls, 450 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
781.7
ICSEA What does this mean?
1199 (percentile 99)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
1% / 4% / 20% / 75%
Indigenous students
0%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
56.2
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
11.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 119
Year 8 119
Year 9 118
Year 10 145
Year 11 143
Year 12 140
Total 784

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 784 334 450 - 1199 56.2
2024 780 345 435 94.8 1197 55.9
2023 783 340 443 95.2 1191 56.6
2022 775 346 429 93.8 1191 56.8
2021 753 309 444 95.8 1192 55.3
2020 755 327 428 - 1187 54.6
2019 753 328 425 96.1 1188 54.5
2018 757 319 438 96.7 1177 54.5
2017 757 330 427 96.9 1184 54.6
2016 761 332 429 97 1180 54.5
2015 760 360 400 96.8 1183 54.6
2014 760 361 399 97.6 1189 54.6
2013 756 359 397 97.8 1198 54.6
2012 754 365 389 96.8 1161 54
2011 752 377 375 97.1 1164 54.3
2010 759 392 367 - 1169 55.2
2009 752 377 375 - 1081 55.1
2008 749 370 379 - 1081 55.1

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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