About the school
Glenwood High School opened in 2005 and is a large comprehensive, co-educational secondary school located in Sydney's North West sector. It provides exceptional educational opportunities for all Years 7-12 students in a challenging, inclusive, and quality learning environment. Through a culture of thinking and learning, students develop a sense of responsibility for their own education, which benefits them throughout their lives.
Academic Excellence
Students at Glenwood High School are motivated by a broad and innovative curriculum that values them as individuals. Academic programs offer relevant intellectual stimuli through contemporary delivery methods catering to the needs of 21st-century learners. The school emphasises the use of Information Communication Technologies, empowering students to interact with information and critically assess their knowledge of the modern world.
Values and Behaviour
An unwavering focus on teaching values underpins the school's philosophy, fostering respect for oneself and others. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their behaviour and work collaboratively with peers. High expectations for effort and conduct enable students to reach their full academic potential while developing into responsible citizens.
Supportive Community
Glenwood High School prides itself on ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for, believing that good relationships enhance communication and learning. The school actively collaborates with parents and the broader community through forums and flexible communication channels to support students' educational journeys. The dedicated staff foster a nurturing environment that recognises and celebrates achievements in academic, cultural, and sporting fields.
Mission
Glenwood High School's mission is to empower students to become successful, creative learners, who will confidently assume the role of active global citizens.
Location & Catchment Area
- Glenwood High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Parklea Public School 832 m
- B Caddies Creek Public School 1.1 km
- C Bella Vista Public School 1.8 km
- D Kings Langley Public School 1.8 km
- E Quakers Hill East Public School 2.1 km
- F Lynwood Park Public School 2.6 km
- G Vardys Road Public School 2.7 km
- H Kellyville Public School 3.1 km
- I Lalor Park Public School 3.1 km
- J Tallowood School 3.2 km
- K Kellyville Ridge Public School 3.3 km
- L Seven Hills High School 3.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,507 (723 girls, 784 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,506.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1090 (percentile 81)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 11% / 20% / 33% / 37%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 35
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 70%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 107
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 316 |
| Year 8 | 243 |
| Year 9 | 274 |
| Year 10 | 226 |
| Year 11 | 234 |
| Year 12 | 214 |
| Total | 1,507 |
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 | 1,507 | 723 | 784 | - | 1090 | 107 |
| 2024 | 1,414 | 671 | 743 | 89.5 | 1082 | 99.4 |
| 2023 | 1,413 | 669 | 744 | 89.4 | 1078 | 99.8 |
| 2022 | 1,363 | 666 | 697 | 87.9 | 1074 | 94.8 |
| 2021 | 1,409 | 687 | 722 | 92.1 | 1066 | 97.6 |
| 2020 | 1,403 | 689 | 714 | - | 1064 | 97.6 |
| 2019 | 1,426 | 694 | 732 | 93.2 | 1062 | 98.9 |
| 2018 | 1,471 | 695 | 776 | 93.8 | 1060 | 100.3 |
| 2017 | 1,475 | 702 | 773 | 93.6 | 1052 | 100.9 |
| 2016 | 1,496 | 708 | 788 | 93.5 | 1049 | 99.9 |
| 2015 | 1,487 | 689 | 798 | 93.2 | 1048 | 100.6 |
| 2014 | 1,549 | 725 | 824 | 93.2 | 1050 | 104.3 |
| 2013 | 1,496 | 695 | 801 | 93.1 | 1051 | 102.5 |
| 2012 | 1,465 | 698 | 767 | 92.1 | 1056 | 100.1 |
| 2011 | 1,429 | 677 | 752 | 92.7 | 1057 | 96.8 |
| 2010 | 1,341 | 645 | 696 | - | 1060 | 90.3 |
| 2009 | 1,201 | 572 | 629 | - | 1092 | 82.4 |
| 2008 | 955 | 454 | 501 | - | 1092 | 66.5 |
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.