Established in 1962, this co-educational secondary school is set on spacious grounds, enclosed in a residential area.
Facilities: Specialist facilities include six new science laboratories, industrial technology rooms, four computer labs, library with research centre, specialist fully equipped music, drama and dance rooms, careers centre, visual art rooms, photography darkroom, industry standard kitchen, textiles technology rooms and international sized gymnasium.
Electives Years 7 to 10: There is a full range of electives in Years 7 to 10. Contact the school directly for further information.
Electives Years 11 and 12: The curriculum is broad and balanced and covers a full range of ATAR Accredited courses, as well as a range of VET courses in Hospitality, Construction and Entertainment.
Sport: Sports programs are available that cater for the full range of opportunities, including a talented sports program.
Extracurricular activities: Debating, choir, orchestra, swing band, dance groups, aerobics, Streamwatch and a full range of sports, including netball, rugby league, touch football, waterpolo and squash.
Welfare and personal development: Peer support, crime prevention workshops, SRC, work experience, career market. There is a strong commitment to the wearing of a uniform, consistent discipline and the pursuit of academic excellence in the context of a caring environment. The school aims to encourage students to make good social and academic decisions and is committed to environmental education, which is taught in all subjects.
Special features: The school enjoys good links with local industries and with local primary schools and has a highly regarded performing arts and sports program, which is well supported by the local community.
Famous ex-students: Simone Hankin (Australian representative in water polo), Anjanette Ford (Australian representative in softball), Glenn Stead (leader of RAAF aerobatics team), Dr Geoffrey Brennan (University of Sydney Medal recipient), Robbie Slater (soccer).