About the school
Toormina High School is a regional school located eight kilometres south of Coffs Harbour on the mid-north coast of New South Wales. As a comprehensive co-educational institution, it caters to approximately 722 students, including a Learning Support faculty. The school is known for its excellent environment and facilities, fostering a fine reputation in both the local and wider community. Students at Toormina High School achieve remarkable outcomes in the Higher School Certificate (HSC) and represent the school at state and national levels in various sports.
Community Engagement
A core component of Toormina High School's philosophy is community service, with students actively participating in supporting charities and events throughout the year. This involvement encourages personal growth and a sense of fulfilment through connectedness and giving back to the community.
Professional Staff
The dedicated staff at Toormina High School comprise experienced professionals committed to achieving the best outcomes for all students. They work collaboratively with families to support each child's learning journey, ensuring that the educational environment is inclusive and nurturing.
Student Development
At Toormina High School, the focus is on the holistic development of students—intellectually, socially, physically, and morally—as they progress toward responsible adulthood. The school's motto, 'Creating our Future', encapsulates its commitment to fostering an environment where every student can thrive.
Mission
We support each student to learn, grow, and thrive. Join our welcoming and inclusive school community today as we work together in Creating Our Future!
Location & Catchment Area
- Toormina High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Toormina Public School 291 m
- B Coffs Harbour Learning Centre 1.3 km
- C William Bayldon Public School 1.5 km
- D Sawtell Public School 1.9 km
- E Boambee Public School 2.0 km
- F Coffs Harbour Senior College 2.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 739 (357 girls, 382 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 738
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 941 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 47% / 29% / 16% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 121
- Indigenous students
- 21%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 69.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 147 |
| Year 8 | 152 |
| Year 9 | 144 |
| Year 10 | 154 |
| Year 11 | 91 |
| Year 12 | 51 |
| Total | 739 |
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 | 739 | 357 | 382 | - | 941 | 69.5 |
| 2024 | 745 | 387 | 358 | 79.3 | 945 | 64.8 |
| 2023 | 774 | 400 | 374 | 80 | 944 | 63.7 |
| 2022 | 741 | 366 | 375 | 78.8 | 934 | 62.2 |
| 2021 | 776 | 397 | 379 | 82.1 | 936 | 62.5 |
| 2020 | 782 | 406 | 376 | - | 933 | 62.4 |
| 2019 | 780 | 398 | 382 | 93 | 927 | 61.5 |
| 2018 | 736 | 356 | 380 | 87.6 | 930 | 59.8 |
| 2017 | 710 | 335 | 375 | 89.9 | 933 | 60.1 |
| 2016 | 708 | 345 | 363 | 88.1 | 936 | 59.8 |
| 2015 | 695 | 337 | 358 | 88.4 | 928 | 58.8 |
| 2014 | 737 | 353 | 384 | 87.9 | 923 | 57.5 |
| 2013 | 724 | 360 | 364 | 88.7 | 925 | 56.8 |
| 2012 | 773 | 371 | 402 | 86.4 | 933 | 61.4 |
| 2011 | 873 | 425 | 448 | 85.7 | 936 | 65.8 |
| 2010 | 904 | 449 | 455 | - | 940 | 68.4 |
| 2009 | 947 | 454 | 493 | - | 978 | 71 |
| 2008 | 1,006 | 499 | 507 | - | 978 | 71.9 |
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.