Georges River College, Penshurst Campus

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Campus of Georges River College

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About the school

Georges River College Penshurst Campus is a comprehensive, coeducational school catering for students in Years 7–10. It is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to developing resilient, independent, and respectful learners. The school focuses on the unique developmental needs of young adolescents, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and resilience among its students.

School Programs

The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of all learners, offering a wide range of subjects and opportunities. Students engage in a challenging educational environment that includes access to sporting, cultural, and community activities. Extra-curricular offerings such as the Duke of Edinburgh Program, Debating, Public Speaking, and an after-school Homework Centre enhance the learning experience. Moreover, the school provides elective options such as iSTEM, Marine and Aquaculture Technology, and Forensic Archaeology for Stage 5 students.

Student Wellbeing

Wellbeing programs are integral to the school's approach, ensuring that every student feels supported throughout their educational journey. The school values diversity and inclusivity, creating a safe environment for all students, acknowledging their varied backgrounds. Students are encouraged to become confident and capable global citizens.

Community Engagement

Georges River College Penshurst Campus prides itself on strong community links, working collaboratively with families to co-design learning plans that best fit each student’s needs. This commitment to support underpins the school's mission to achieve the best possible outcomes for all learners.

Mission

Georges River College Penshurst Campus is dedicated to building a culture of high performance and positive values that empowers all members of our school community to achieve success within a framework that upholds diversity, inclusion, equity, respect and active citizenship.

Part of Georges River College

One of 4 campuses that make up this college:

Location & Catchment Area

  • Georges River College, Penshurst Campus

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
488 (416 girls, 72 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
488
ICSEA What does this mean?
1038 (percentile 63)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
23% / 28% / 30% / 19%
Indigenous students
1%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
37.4
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
9.1

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 172
Year 8 103
Year 9 86
Year 10 127
Total 488

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 488 416 72 - 1038 37.4
2024 444 444 0 89.1 1033 38
2023 479 479 0 88.6 1029 38.6
2022 511 511 0 86.8 1027 38.9
2021 519 519 0 90.4 1035 39.9
2020 530 530 0 - 1029 39.9
2019 564 564 0 90.9 1032 41.3
2018 604 604 0 91 1026 42.8
2017 638 638 0 92.2 1020 45.6
2016 660 660 0 91.5 1019 45.3
2015 641 641 0 91.8 1024 46.2
2014 685 685 0 93.2 1031 48.5
2013 696 696 0 94.3 1039 47.8
2012 694 694 0 92.9 1031 47.3
2011 710 710 0 93.3 1027 47.4
2010 692 692 0 - 1027 46.8
2009 679 679 0 - 1057 46.6
2008 678 678 0 - 1057 46.2

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.

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