Kingscliff High School
Celebrating individual growth through real world, respectful and passionate learning on Bundjalung land.
About the school
Kingscliff High School (KHS) is a co-educational comprehensive secondary school located in Kingscliff, New South Wales. With an enrolment of approximately 1280 students taught by around 100 dedicated teachers, KHS is well-regarded for its academic excellence and outstanding achievements across various aspects of school life. The school fosters a positive and cooperative environment between students and staff, setting high standards and encouraging personal achievement as a cornerstone of its educational philosophy.
Academic and Extracurricular Programs
The school offers a broad curriculum that includes compulsory subjects such as Health and Physical Education, as well as a strong emphasis on the Arts, including music, drama, dance, and visual arts. KHS provides various co-curricular programs aimed at developing students’ maturity and success, supporting their growth both academically and personally. The school is also committed to physical fitness and encourages students to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Community and Support
KHS maintains strong ties with Kingscliff TAFE and acknowledges the diverse socio-economic backgrounds of its student body. The school prides itself on its student support and welfare programs, which ensure that every student feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey. The community engagement is evident through partnerships with local primary schools and collaborative initiatives within the Tweed 5 network.
In summary, Kingscliff High School is a vibrant educational institution that prioritizes quality learning, respect, and community engagement while celebrating individual growth on Bundjalung land.
Mission
At Kingscliff High School, we believe in achievement through endeavour and celebrate individual growth through real-world, respectful, and passionate learning on Bundjalung land.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kingscliff High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kingscliff Public School 1.2 km
- B Cudgen Public School 1.5 km
- C Banora Point Public School 5.6 km
- D Duranbah Public School 5.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 910 (422 girls, 488 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 902.6
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 991 (percentile 43)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 31% / 34% / 23% / 12%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 86
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 8%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 78.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 158 |
| Year 8 | 154 |
| Year 9 | 164 |
| Year 10 | 188 |
| Year 11 | 129 |
| Year 12 | 117 |
| Total | 910 |
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 | 910 | 422 | 488 | - | 991 | 78.7 |
| 2024 | 933 | 474 | 459 | 79.6 | 996 | 78 |
| 2023 | 946 | 500 | 446 | 81.7 | 993 | 78.6 |
| 2022 | 1,008 | 536 | 472 | 81.2 | 999 | 78.9 |
| 2021 | 1,059 | 556 | 503 | 81.7 | 997 | 76.9 |
| 2020 | 1,054 | 554 | 500 | - | 992 | 76.6 |
| 2019 | 1,041 | 564 | 477 | 87.3 | 991 | 76.9 |
| 2018 | 1,001 | 527 | 474 | 87.2 | 979 | 73.8 |
| 2017 | 1,023 | 518 | 505 | 87.5 | 981 | 75.2 |
| 2016 | 1,024 | 521 | 503 | 88.8 | 969 | 72.7 |
| 2015 | 1,062 | 534 | 528 | 88.6 | 980 | 76.2 |
| 2014 | 1,133 | 566 | 567 | 92.3 | 979 | 79.2 |
| 2013 | 1,146 | 548 | 598 | 91.3 | 983 | 77.7 |
| 2012 | 1,172 | 550 | 622 | 89.9 | 974 | 83.5 |
| 2011 | 1,256 | 589 | 667 | 87.4 | 972 | 86.1 |
| 2010 | 1,284 | 593 | 691 | - | 972 | 87.5 |
| 2009 | 1,282 | 610 | 672 | - | 976 | 87.9 |
| 2008 | 1,238 | 581 | 657 | - | 976 | 86.8 |
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.