About the school
Engadine High School is a large comprehensive high school located south of Sydney. It balances a relentless focus on improving student academic outcomes with a rich and diverse program of extracurricular opportunities. At Engadine High School, students have the chance to attain both academic and cultural success in a supportive environment, where they learn to become resilient and confident citizens. The school's emphasis on quality teaching and the effective integration of technology into learning are significant aspects of its curriculum.
The Support Unit at Engadine High School consists of four classes and caters to students with mild intellectual disabilities, focusing on individual programs. The school boasts a strong tradition of excellence in the performing arts, including dance and drama ensembles, vocal groups, concert and stage bands, and has a long history of success in competitions like Rock Eisteddfod, Wakakirri, and School Musicals. Engadine High School also sees its students participating in a wide range of sports, with competitions at the State level.
Proud of its four prestigious Director-General Awards for Learning, Performing Arts, and partnerships with local Primary schools, Engadine High School encourages diverse student leadership and welfare programs, facilitating students' development of critical thinking, motivation, communication skills, and personal achievement.
Mission
At Engadine High School, we are committed to providing a high-quality, equitable education where every student is supported to achieve their personal goals and reach their full potential. We uphold high expectations for learning and conduct, fostering a culture of accountability, responsibility, and respect that extends beyond the school gates. Our vision is to empower all learners to become active, informed global citizens who value social justice, inclusion, and wellbeing.
Location & Catchment Area
- Engadine High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Engadine Public School 651 m
- B Yarrawarrah Public School 880 m
- C Engadine West Public School 1.6 km
- D Marton Public School 1.8 km
- E Heathcote East Public School 2.2 km
- F Heathcote High School 2.3 km
- G Heathcote Public School 2.9 km
- H Loftus Public School 3.2 km
- I Lucas Heights Community School 3.2 km
- J Royal National Park Environmental Education Centre 3.5 km
- K Cook School 3.8 km
- L Woronora River Public School 4.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,063 (526 girls, 537 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,062.6
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1051 (percentile 69)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 16% / 32% / 30% / 21%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 71
- Indigenous students
- 3%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 76
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 204 |
| Year 8 | 188 |
| Year 9 | 199 |
| Year 10 | 167 |
| Year 11 | 163 |
| Year 12 | 142 |
| Total | 1,063 |
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 | 1,063 | 526 | 537 | - | 1051 | 76 |
| 2024 | 1,033 | 519 | 514 | 88.5 | 1050 | 74.4 |
| 2023 | 1,007 | 532 | 475 | 90.2 | 1045 | 73.6 |
| 2022 | 980 | 532 | 448 | 86.3 | 1041 | 73.2 |
| 2021 | 1,021 | 564 | 457 | 89.6 | 1044 | 74.7 |
| 2020 | 1,031 | 560 | 471 | - | 1043 | 75.2 |
| 2019 | 1,035 | 568 | 467 | 91.2 | 1041 | 75.7 |
| 2018 | 1,034 | 574 | 460 | 92.2 | 1039 | 74.7 |
| 2017 | 1,041 | 562 | 479 | 93.1 | 1039 | 74.3 |
| 2016 | 1,041 | 552 | 489 | 93.6 | 1033 | 73.2 |
| 2015 | 1,065 | 567 | 498 | 93.2 | 1035 | 75 |
| 2014 | 1,058 | 557 | 501 | 93.7 | 1035 | 72.5 |
| 2013 | 1,026 | 517 | 509 | 93.9 | 1030 | 71.9 |
| 2012 | 977 | 499 | 478 | 94.9 | 1017 | 68.8 |
| 2011 | 949 | 492 | 457 | 93.5 | 1020 | 67.9 |
| 2010 | 926 | 467 | 459 | - | 1020 | 65 |
| 2009 | 907 | 445 | 462 | - | 1068 | 63.5 |
| 2008 | 888 | 434 | 454 | - | 1068 | 62.5 |
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.