Girrakool School

Girrakool School offers high-quality, individualised learning in a secure environment prioritising privacy and wellbeing. Catering to males aged 16 to 21, the school provides educational and vocational programs aimed at facilitating successful integration into the community. Students, drawn from across New South Wales, benefit from a comprehensive curriculum that includes remedial, academic, recreational, and vocational courses.

Community Engagement

The school operates in partnership with the local community and various external agencies, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to their needs. The Local Education and Training Consultative Committee (LEATCC) plays a vital role in identifying significant courses of study for the students, helping to align the school’s offerings with community requirements.

Student Demographics

In 2009, Girrakool School had approximately 340 enrolled students, with 45% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and another 25% coming from Languages Other Than English (LOTE) backgrounds, such as Pacific Island, Arabic, and south-east Asian cultures. The school boasts a strong success rate, with 94% of students who completed their programs also finishing NSW Board of Studies or TAFE courses.

Girrakool School is dedicated to building students’ skills, confidence, and opportunities for their future, making it a supportive environment for young individuals seeking a positive pathway through education.

Girrakool School offers high-quality, individualised learning in a secure environment where privacy and wellbeing are prioritised. Our programs focus on building skills, confidence and opportunities for each student’s future.