Pendle Hill High School
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About the school
Pendle Hill High School is a coeducational secondary school serving students from Years 7 to 12, located near Parramatta, New South Wales. Established in 1965 on land that was once used for farming, the school has built a strong reputation within its multicultural community. It operates with a commitment to student-centred instruction and learner-driven experiences, aiming to foster a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
Facilities
The school boasts a range of modern facilities including a large assembly hall, performing arts room, computer and photography laboratories, and extensive playing fields. Recent upgrades have enhanced the campus with state-of-the-art library and multimedia spaces, outdoor learning areas, and multipurpose courts, creating an inviting atmosphere for learning and growth.
Educational Philosophy
Pendle Hill High School prioritises the development of each student’s individuality while encouraging social responsibility and excellence in academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits. The school's teaching strategies are backed by evidence and focus on maximising student achievement, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and supported. This inclusive approach helps to prepare students for future studies and career success.
Community Engagement
The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with families and the wider community. Pendle Hill High School fosters a sense of belonging for all students, embracing diversity and individual learning needs, which are critical components of its educational commitment.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Pendle Hill High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Toongabbie West Public School 480 m
- B Toongabbie Public School 852 m
- C Darcy Road Public School 964 m
- D Girraween Public School 1.3 km
- E Toongabbie East Public School 1.7 km
- F Girraween High School 1.8 km
- G Pendle Hill Public School 2.0 km
- H Winston Heights Public School 2.2 km
- I The Meadows Public School 2.3 km
- J Wentworthville Public School 2.3 km
- K Palm Avenue School 2.3 km
- L Redbank School 2.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 692 (313 girls, 379 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 692
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1001 (percentile 47)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 35% / 26% / 24% / 15%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 96
- Indigenous students
- 5%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 71%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 62.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 160 |
| Year 8 | 148 |
| Year 9 | 122 |
| Year 10 | 110 |
| Year 11 | 104 |
| Year 12 | 48 |
| Total | 692 |
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 | 692 | 313 | 379 | - | 1001 | 62.6 |
| 2024 | 617 | 275 | 342 | 84.8 | 1002 | 55.7 |
| 2023 | 527 | 227 | 300 | 81.7 | 978 | 49.2 |
| 2022 | 469 | 193 | 276 | 81.3 | 950 | 45 |
| 2021 | 432 | 188 | 244 | 84.9 | 944 | 41.6 |
| 2020 | 395 | 171 | 224 | - | 943 | 39.1 |
| 2019 | 379 | 174 | 205 | 86 | 934 | 37.5 |
| 2018 | 372 | 165 | 207 | 88.8 | 942 | 37.1 |
| 2017 | 343 | 154 | 189 | 89.3 | 923 | 35.6 |
| 2016 | 327 | 144 | 183 | 90.2 | 937 | 35.5 |
| 2015 | 332 | 147 | 185 | 92.1 | 943 | 35.2 |
| 2014 | 354 | 153 | 201 | 89.3 | 938 | 36.2 |
| 2013 | 337 | 146 | 191 | 92.3 | 955 | 34.8 |
| 2012 | 346 | 143 | 203 | 88.6 | 961 | 34.4 |
| 2011 | 341 | 140 | 201 | 88.8 | 954 | 34.7 |
| 2010 | 315 | 149 | 166 | - | 956 | 31.6 |
| 2009 | 281 | 139 | 142 | - | 942 | 30.4 |
| 2008 | 308 | 150 | 158 | - | 942 | 31.9 |
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.