Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School
Creating Success Stories
About the school
Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School is a partially selective coeducational high school located in Guildford, approximately 25 kilometres west of Sydney. Catering for students in Years 7 to 12, the school focuses on nurturing students gifted in the Creative and Performing Arts, providing a dedicated stream for these talented individuals. With around 565 students enrolled, the school serves a diverse community; approximately 83% of its students come from non-English speaking backgrounds, highlighting its cultural richness. The school's strategic focus is on Learning, Leading, and Teaching, aiming to foster personal excellence in a supportive environment. The approach emphasizes a high level of student participation and a commitment to quality teaching practices, all underpinned by the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework.
Special Education and Inclusion
Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School is inclusive, featuring a Special Education unit with classes for students with varying levels of intellectual disabilities. This integration reflects the school’s commitment to meeting diverse educational needs, ensuring that all students thrive.
Educational Opportunities
The school provides a wide range of educational programs and vocational pathway opportunities in partnership with local businesses and educational institutions. Students have access to programs in Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts, and Circus, aiming to develop their talents in an environment that promotes creativity and collaboration. Additionally, strong ties with organisations like the Australian Business and Community Network bolster the school's commitment to student wellbeing and support.
Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School remains dedicated to creating a supportive community that champions inclusivity and cultural diversity, preparing students for future academic and vocational success.
Mission
Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School empowers every student to create their own success story through inclusive, personalised learning and diverse pathways. We nurture confidence and creativity in a safe, supportive environment where individuality shines and talents flourish, preparing students for lifelong learning and success beyond school.
Location & Catchment Area
- Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Blaxcell Street Public School 837 m
- B Rowland Hassall School 1.1 km
- C Old Guildford Public School 1.3 km
- D Chester Hill North Public School 1.3 km
- E Granville South Public School 1.4 km
- F Chester Hill High School 1.5 km
- G Guildford Public School 1.5 km
- H Granville East Public School 1.8 km
- I Auburn West Public School 2.0 km
- J Merrylands East Public School 2.2 km
- K Sefton High School 2.3 km
- L Yennora Public School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 733 (344 girls, 389 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 733
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 855 (percentile 5)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 85% / 11% / 4% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 205
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 96%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 69.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 126 |
| Year 8 | 141 |
| Year 9 | 128 |
| Year 10 | 165 |
| Year 11 | 92 |
| Year 12 | 81 |
| Total | 733 |
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 | 733 | 344 | 389 | - | 855 | 69.8 |
| 2024 | 713 | 351 | 362 | 69.5 | 854 | 64.2 |
| 2023 | 706 | 340 | 366 | 73.6 | 865 | 63.4 |
| 2022 | 666 | 321 | 345 | 71.2 | 857 | 64 |
| 2021 | 662 | 306 | 356 | 76.1 | 880 | 58.5 |
| 2020 | 615 | 297 | 318 | - | 893 | 55.1 |
| 2019 | 586 | 263 | 323 | 78.5 | 892 | 52.9 |
| 2018 | 556 | 263 | 293 | 83.1 | 900 | 52.5 |
| 2017 | 530 | 245 | 285 | 81 | 892 | 52.2 |
| 2016 | 510 | 227 | 283 | 83.3 | 890 | 51.7 |
| 2015 | 512 | 222 | 290 | 83.4 | 897 | 52 |
| 2014 | 511 | 216 | 295 | 85.4 | 883 | 52 |
| 2013 | 513 | 225 | 288 | 87.1 | 889 | 53.6 |
| 2012 | 533 | 220 | 313 | 87 | 888 | 53.4 |
| 2011 | 505 | 210 | 295 | 86.1 | 841 | 51.2 |
| 2010 | 477 | 195 | 282 | - | 841 | 50.8 |
| 2009 | 443 | 176 | 267 | - | 710 | 46.7 |
| 2008 | 440 | 200 | 240 | - | 710 | 48.8 |
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.