Yanco Agricultural High School

Yanco Agricultural High School is a co-educational, fully residential government high school located in the historic rural setting of the NSW Riverina, approximately 10 kilometres from Leeton. Founded in 1922, the school specializes in Agricultural education and aims to provide a high-quality secondary education, anticipating an enrolment of around 300 students. Prioritizing isolated and rural students, Yanco Agricultural High fosters positive values, aiming to develop confident and capable individuals who are community-minded.

Educational Environment

The school spans 280 hectares, including 180 hectares dedicated to intensive irrigation and dry land agriculture, complemented by 60 hectares of natural bushland along the Murrumbidgee River. Students in Years 7 and 8 benefit from a middle school structure with single-gender classes and modern technology. The curriculum emphasizes the holistic development of each student, supplemented by extracurricular activities and residential experiences, ensuring students are well-equipped for their future roles in society.

Curriculum and Programs

Yanco Agricultural High offers a diverse educational program anchored in agriculture, along with courses in Equine Studies and several Industry Framework VET courses, notably in Primary Industries. The facility includes a top-notch Equine program with access to an Olympic-standard arena and extensive stables. Moreover, students engage in hands-on experiences with the school's farm resources, enhancing their learning and skill development.

Extra-Curricular Activities

An extensive extra-curricular program provides a wealth of opportunities, including sports, cultural activities, and community engagement. Facilities such as tennis courts, a gymnasium, and various sporting ovals support a balanced lifestyle for students. The school's motto—'Ut sementem feceris ita metes' ('As you sow, so shall you reap')—encapsulates its commitment to fostering scholarship, citizenship, responsible leadership, personal integrity, and sportsmanship.

In a caring residential environment, students are encouraged to achieve their potential to become effective contributors in their communities and society within a dynamic and complex world. Affirming the best of our school traditions, our aim is to provide a well-balanced and diverse educational program with a focus on agricultural pursuits.