About the school
Peel High School is a rural comprehensive high school located in Tamworth, catering for students in Years 7-12. The school boasts a diverse community with approximately 42% of its students identifying as Indigenous. As part of the academically selective schools system, Peel High provides an inclusive curriculum designed to cater to a wide range of students, including those with special needs and academically gifted individuals. The school aims to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters success in academic, cultural, and sporting endeavors.
Curriculum and Programs
The school offers a broad curriculum that links with the local community, TAFE, businesses, and government schools, which enhances students' learning experiences. Noteworthily, Peel High School has established itself as a leading institution in Agriculture, achieving significant success over the years with livestock such as Suffolk Sheep, Angus cattle, and poultry. Furthermore, Peel High is participating in the Schools of the Future initiative to advance educational outcomes for its students.
Facilities
Set in attractive, spacious surroundings, Peel High is well-maintained and equipped to support effective teaching and learning. The school is equipped with modern facilities, including demountable classrooms that provide quality learning environments. Programs such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative have been implemented to enhance the learning atmosphere, ensuring it remains healthy and conducive to education.
Peel High School prides itself on its commitment to developing responsible and capable learners who are prepared for the challenges of higher education and future careers. With strong community ties and a focus on inclusion, the school creates an environment where every student is encouraged to thrive.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Peel High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Hillvue Public School 1.8 km
- B Tamworth South Public School 1.9 km
- C Westdale Public School 1.9 km
- D Tamworth High School 2.4 km
- E Bullimbal School 2.7 km
- F Tamworth West Public School 2.8 km
- G Parry School 2.8 km
- H Tamworth Public School 4.4 km
- I Oxley Vale Public School 4.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 629 (300 girls, 329 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 629
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 831 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 71% / 19% / 7% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 160
- Indigenous students
- 47%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 65.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 125 |
| Year 8 | 109 |
| Year 9 | 133 |
| Year 10 | 107 |
| Year 11 | 89 |
| Year 12 | 66 |
| Total | 629 |
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 | 629 | 300 | 329 | - | 831 | 65.5 |
| 2024 | 667 | 317 | 350 | 69.9 | 845 | 76.5 |
| 2023 | 759 | 352 | 407 | 71.9 | 841 | 75.5 |
| 2022 | 716 | 347 | 369 | 72.4 | 847 | 67.6 |
| 2021 | 799 | 389 | 410 | 78.4 | 856 | 67 |
| 2020 | 737 | 345 | 392 | - | 853 | 63.5 |
| 2019 | 746 | 359 | 387 | 80.9 | 857 | 62.5 |
| 2018 | 723 | 345 | 378 | 81 | 855 | 60 |
| 2017 | 680 | 334 | 346 | 83.6 | 847 | 57.8 |
| 2016 | 662 | 326 | 336 | 83.5 | 845 | 58.2 |
| 2015 | 638 | 318 | 320 | 85.2 | 837 | 55.3 |
| 2014 | 599 | 289 | 310 | 86.3 | 836 | 53.4 |
| 2013 | 564 | 280 | 284 | 84.5 | 824 | 51 |
| 2012 | 530 | 274 | 256 | 81.9 | 828 | 47.2 |
| 2011 | 487 | 257 | 230 | 84.3 | 822 | 46.7 |
| 2010 | 453 | 245 | 208 | - | 821 | 46 |
| 2009 | 413 | 211 | 202 | - | 831 | 44.4 |
| 2008 | 424 | 218 | 206 | - | 831 | 42.5 |
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.