Keira High School

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About the school

Keira High School is a high-performing, comprehensive coeducational high school located in North Wollongong, serving a diverse student population of 744, including 50 students of Aboriginal heritage. The school prioritises the wellbeing and attendance of its students, focusing on creating an effective learning environment through explicit guidance and personalised learning. Keira High is renowned for its strong partnerships within the Keira Community of Schools, positioning itself as the local high school of choice for families in nearby areas.

Curriculum and Learning Opportunities

Keira High School offers a broad curriculum that not only emphasises academic excellence but also celebrates students' passions in creative and performing arts, sports, and civic engagement. Programs designed to foster cognitive, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing are integrated into the school's ethos. The school is dedicated to innovative Aboriginal education, working closely with the Aboriginal community to enhance learning experiences.

Community and Values

The commitment to community is evident in the school's alliances with institutions such as the University of Wollongong and TAFE Illawarra, enriching educational opportunities. Keira High aims to cultivate lifelong learners who embody respect for the land and its First Peoples, celebrating Australia's diverse culture and promoting personal integrity.

Keira High School's professional staff engage actively in professional development to deliver high-quality education, ensuring that all students are equipped with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Overall, Keira High School is a place where diversity, community, and a commitment to excellence foster an enriching educational atmosphere.

Mission

Keira High School’s central purpose is to prepare young people to take up their role as intelligent, caring and committed citizens within Australian society. To this end, we emphasise academic achievement but also encourage students to engage in extracurricular activities.

Location & Catchment Area

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
723 (342 girls, 381 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
723
ICSEA What does this mean?
984 (percentile 39)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
38% / 27% / 23% / 12%
Indigenous students
7%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
67.5
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
17.7

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 127
Year 8 93
Year 9 131
Year 10 125
Year 11 134
Year 12 113
Total 723

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 723 342 381 - 984 67.5
2024 725 335 390 80.1 985 64.1
2023 748 340 408 80.5 990 66.4
2022 806 387 419 78.9 982 66.6
2021 851 420 431 84.3 995 66.6
2020 897 439 458 - 995 68.7
2019 886 414 472 86.5 994 69.2
2018 899 413 486 88.7 988 68.7
2017 929 435 494 89.8 985 71.8
2016 938 445 493 89.7 980 71.2
2015 949 436 513 88.6 985 71.1
2014 949 449 500 90 989 70.5
2013 936 452 484 89.9 996 68.6
2012 937 460 477 88.9 1000 67.7
2011 859 417 442 89.2 995 63.3
2010 826 385 441 - 995 61.9
2009 810 384 426 - 1006 62.3
2008 791 356 435 - 1006 62.9

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.

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