About the school
Springwood High School is a comprehensive high school located in the Blue Mountains, dedicated to promoting excellence through a diverse range of academic, cultural, sporting, and social opportunities. Known for its outstanding achievements in the creative and performing arts, as well as its academic results, the school provides a welcoming and nurturing environment where all community members are valued and encouraged to reach their personal best. With an enrolment of over 700 students, Springwood High School fosters positive relationships between staff and students, ensuring individual attention and support.
Curriculum and Opportunities
The school offers an extensive curriculum, which includes challenging courses that cater to students' varied interests and abilities. Student leadership is emphasised, providing numerous opportunities for students to build confidence and initiative, preparing them to be positive contributors to society. Springwood High School is committed to developing students' potential and preparing them for meaningful roles within their community.
Focus on Wellbeing
Springwood High School prioritises safe and respectful learning, equipping its students with the necessary skills to thrive. The school has established a strong reputation for its supportive and inclusive atmosphere, where students from diverse backgrounds feel safe and empowered. Through tailored support and collaboration with families, the school aims to create a pathway for every student to achieve academic success and personal growth.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Springwood High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Faulconbridge Public School 860 m
- B Springwood Public School 3.0 km
- C Ellison Public School 3.3 km
- D Winmalee Public School 5.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 566 (274 girls, 292 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 565.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1027 (percentile 59)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 22% / 32% / 27% / 18%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 74
- Indigenous students
- 7%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 50
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 103 |
| Year 8 | 91 |
| Year 9 | 106 |
| Year 10 | 110 |
| Year 11 | 85 |
| Year 12 | 71 |
| Total | 566 |
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 | 566 | 274 | 292 | - | 1027 | 50 |
| 2024 | 587 | 283 | 304 | 82 | 1026 | 52.5 |
| 2023 | 604 | 304 | 300 | 82.9 | 1026 | 54.4 |
| 2022 | 647 | 333 | 314 | 81.8 | 1027 | 54.4 |
| 2021 | 684 | 352 | 332 | 85.2 | 1036 | 56.3 |
| 2020 | 668 | 335 | 333 | - | 1039 | 55 |
| 2019 | 645 | 327 | 318 | 88.7 | 1038 | 54 |
| 2018 | 664 | 353 | 311 | 86.9 | 1038 | 55.1 |
| 2017 | 676 | 358 | 318 | 88.5 | 1050 | 57 |
| 2016 | 675 | 352 | 323 | 90.9 | 1041 | 55.7 |
| 2015 | 688 | 357 | 331 | 89.6 | 1040 | 55.4 |
| 2014 | 706 | 344 | 362 | 87.8 | 1045 | 55.1 |
| 2013 | 658 | 313 | 345 | 89.5 | 1046 | 52.8 |
| 2012 | 683 | 324 | 359 | 87.9 | 1031 | 50.2 |
| 2011 | 713 | 340 | 373 | 88.9 | 1032 | 52.1 |
| 2010 | 704 | 348 | 356 | - | 1038 | 51.5 |
| 2009 | 731 | 365 | 366 | - | 1102 | 53.1 |
| 2008 | 766 | 378 | 388 | - | 1102 | 55.5 |
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.