Maitland High School

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About the school

Maitland High School is a comprehensive high school located in East Maitland, serving students from diverse backgrounds. With over 140 years of educational experience, the school successfully blends traditional values with contemporary teaching methods. It aims to provide a supportive learning environment, allowing each student to thrive academically and personally. The school's motto, 'En Avant' (Go Forward), embodies the spirit of progress that permeates its community.

Curriculum and Opportunities

Maitland High School offers a wide-ranging curriculum, including Board-Developed and Board-Endorsed Courses, Vocational Education Training Courses (VET) with work placements, and TAFE Delivered VET Courses. This diverse selection ensures that all students can find subjects that ignite their passions and align with their career aspirations. Furthermore, partnerships with local institutions such as The University of Newcastle and Hunter TAFE provide additional pathways for students interested in further education.

Community and Support

The school promotes an inclusive and safe environment for all students, relying on a dedicated team of teachers and support staff who collaborate with families to create tailored learning strategies. The engagement with feeder primary schools further strengthens community connections and fosters a culture of support.

Facilities and Initiatives

Maitland High School's facilities are continuously upgraded to enhance the learning experience, including health-focused initiatives like the Cooler Classrooms project. The school also maintains a strong presence in sporting and cultural activities, providing students with well-rounded educational experiences.

Mission

Maitland High School is a proud public school with a long tradition of excellence, equity, and care. The school welcomes all students from all backgrounds and empowers them to learn and discover their passions.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
958 (450 girls, 508 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
956
ICSEA What does this mean?
947 (percentile 23)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
47% / 30% / 16% / 8%
Indigenous students
19%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
83.8
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
23.2

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 193
Year 8 200
Year 9 172
Year 10 160
Year 11 142
Year 12 91
Total 958

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 958 450 508 - 947 83.8
2024 931 438 493 76.6 948 80.5
2023 936 447 489 77.6 942 77.6
2022 990 465 525 75 933 82.7
2021 1,039 492 547 81.2 946 80.4
2020 996 459 537 - 945 77.3
2019 978 455 523 85.1 946 75.8
2018 963 452 511 85 934 72.3
2017 911 427 484 87.9 935 69.5
2016 877 414 463 85 929 68.4
2015 885 425 460 84.3 928 70.3
2014 869 420 449 84.6 932 66.5
2013 893 445 448 87.4 937 65.7
2012 848 433 415 88.7 940 60.1
2011 824 408 416 88.1 938 59.2
2010 786 391 395 - 942 59.4
2009 757 385 372 - 994 57.1
2008 811 415 396 - 994 60.1

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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