Penrith High was established in 1950 and is an academically selective high school with an outstanding record of student achievement and teaching excellence.
Facilities: A fully computer-networked school , library, gymnasium, sporting fields, cricket nets, basketball courts, assembly hall, internet access, drama rooms, Performing Arts Unit, careers centre.
Electives Years 9 and 10: Students select three electives from a broad range of subjects. Mathematics Accelerated courses are available from Year 8 onwards.
Electives Years 11 and 12: A wide range of academic courses including extension courses is available. Students can also access VET courses through TAFE and distinction courses through universities.
Sport: Competitive — basketball, hockey, softball, soccer, volleyball, squash, tennis, football. Recreational — aerobics, tennis, squash, table tennis, tenpin bowling, indoor rock climbing.
Co-curricular activities: Tournament of Minds, choir, band, drama, debating, public speaking, computing, dance, photography, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, Mock Trial, Streamwatch, Amnesty International, Environment Committee, a wide range of competitions.
Welfare and personal development: Peer support, peer mediation, leadership training and opportunities are features of the welfare program. The SRC is active and enthusiastic. Student achievement is recognised through the school’s merit system leading to honour, distinction and credit awards. There is a specific uniform code.
Special features: Entry is competitive.