About the school
Glenmore Park High School emphasises traditional values of respect, responsible care, co-operation, and personal excellence. The school's motto, Learning for Life, sends a powerful message to every student. At Glenmore Park High School, an engaging, disciplined, and caring learning environment is created, allowing young people to work towards achieving their personal best. The school is committed to preparing students to be active and successful members of the community.
Curriculum and Programs
The curriculum at Glenmore Park High School is extensive, rigorous, and adaptive to student needs, supported by quality teaching. Students have access to a wide array of academic subjects, with special provisions for Gifted and Talented programs that provide cross-curricular project-based learning opportunities. Self-select classes and enrichment activities create challenging environments tailored to each student’s capabilities.
Students are encouraged to participate in regional, state, and national exhibitions and competitions spanning sporting, academic, and cultural events. The school's technology programs and facilities allow for an extraordinary range of computer-based learning opportunities. Furthermore, there is a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, alongside a broad creative and performing arts program.
Student Support and Leadership
Glenmore Park High School promotes extensive student leadership opportunities through structured programs, peer support initiatives, and professional guidance from year advisers. This comprehensive support network ensures that every student can thrive within the school community, backed by the dedicated staff and active Parents and Citizens’ Association.
Overall, Glenmore Park High School provides quality education in a welcoming environment, fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring that every child thrives.
Mission
At Glenmore Park High School, the commitment to belonging ensures every student is seen, heard, and valued, creating a positive environment where friendships flourish and learning thrives. The school empowers students through a flexible and future-focused curriculum that caters to diverse interests and learning styles.
Location & Catchment Area
- Glenmore Park High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Fernhill School 713 m
- B Glenmore Park Public School 1.2 km
- C Nangamay Public School 1.6 km
- D Regentville Public School 1.6 km
- E Surveyors Creek Public School 1.6 km
- F Jamisontown Public School 2.2 km
- G York Public School 2.8 km
- H Jamison High School 2.9 km
- I Leonay Public School 3.6 km
- J Penrith South Public School 4.0 km
- K Emu Plains Public School 4.2 km
- L Lapstone Public School 4.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 956 (471 girls, 485 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 956
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 976 (percentile 36)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 41% / 34% / 19% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 113
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 14%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 79.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 185 |
| Year 8 | 148 |
| Year 9 | 171 |
| Year 10 | 189 |
| Year 11 | 144 |
| Year 12 | 119 |
| Total | 956 |
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 | 956 | 471 | 485 | - | 976 | 79.4 |
| 2024 | 972 | 472 | 500 | 81.9 | 977 | 78.3 |
| 2023 | 966 | 468 | 498 | 83.7 | 974 | 77.4 |
| 2022 | 1,013 | 492 | 521 | 81.4 | 968 | 81.4 |
| 2021 | 983 | 477 | 506 | 86 | 974 | 76 |
| 2020 | 972 | 457 | 515 | - | 972 | 72.8 |
| 2019 | 909 | 435 | 474 | 86.3 | 969 | 67.4 |
| 2018 | 841 | 397 | 444 | 87.7 | 970 | 65.2 |
| 2017 | 837 | 407 | 430 | 88.5 | 974 | 65.7 |
| 2016 | 845 | 408 | 437 | 88.1 | 968 | 63.4 |
| 2015 | 852 | 401 | 451 | 89.7 | 969 | 62.9 |
| 2014 | 808 | 385 | 423 | 90.1 | 968 | 61.1 |
| 2013 | 790 | 392 | 398 | 90.4 | 971 | 60.7 |
| 2012 | 773 | 387 | 386 | 88.5 | 965 | 58.8 |
| 2011 | 745 | 370 | 375 | 89.5 | 962 | 57.7 |
| 2010 | 693 | 359 | 334 | - | 967 | 55 |
| 2009 | 674 | 367 | 307 | - | 1003 | 53.4 |
| 2008 | 662 | 345 | 317 | - | 1003 | 53.3 |
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.