Gosford High School

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About the school

Gosford High School is nestled in the heart of the Central Coast and boasts a proud history of academic excellence dating back to 1927. As the Central Coast’s only fully selective high school, it stands out for its commitment to providing a high-performing educational environment. The school fosters a vibrant and inclusive community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through tailored learning and enrichment opportunities.

Academic Excellence

The curriculum at Gosford High School is rigorous and designed to challenge students academically across all disciplines. The school's dedication to excellence is evident in the consistently outstanding academic results achieved by its students. From Years 7 to 12, students partake in various gifted and talented programs designed to enhance their educational experience.

Supportive Environment

Wellbeing is central to the school's operations, ensuring that every student feels known, valued, and supported. The school has a dedicated wellbeing team and implements programs aimed at developing resilience among students. This supportive environment is complemented by diverse extra-curricular activities, including academic competitions, sports teams, and creative arts programs, fostering a balanced and holistic education.

Community Engagement

Gosford High School prides itself on its strong community ties and student leadership initiatives. A culture of respect, curiosity, and teamwork is cultivated, where students actively contribute to the school environment through events and programs that showcase their talents and interests. The school continues to build on its legacy of excellence, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Mission

Gosford High School is committed to excellence through diversity and opportunity, providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment that enables high potential and gifted students to reach their full potential.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
1,067 (464 girls, 603 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
1,058.1
ICSEA What does this mean?
1157 (percentile 96)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
2% / 11% / 27% / 60%
Indigenous students
1%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
71.6
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
14.2

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 180
Year 8 180
Year 9 180
Year 10 179
Year 11 182
Year 12 166
Total 1,067

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 1,067 464 603 - 1157 71.6
2024 1,054 472 582 93.4 1151 71.1
2023 1,063 482 581 93.6 1144 71.7
2022 1,059 475 584 90 1151 71.4
2021 1,054 494 560 94.2 1161 70.7
2020 1,058 497 561 - 1153 70.8
2019 1,067 502 565 95.3 1153 71.6
2018 1,068 485 583 94.6 1149 71.7
2017 1,094 493 601 94.4 1151 72.9
2016 1,094 503 591 93.8 1159 71.9
2015 1,094 500 594 91.7 1153 72
2014 1,097 496 601 93.7 1159 71.8
2013 1,100 481 619 94.1 1155 72.3
2012 1,101 486 615 93.3 1105 72.3
2011 1,090 478 612 93.9 1106 72
2010 1,077 494 583 - 1107 70.6
2009 1,057 479 578 - 1049 70.6
2008 1,061 497 564 - 1049 69.5

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.

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