Why choose us?
Kooringal High School stands as the sole partially selective high school in the Riverina region, with its establishment dating back to 1973. As a large co-educational comprehensive high school, we accommodate approximately 900 students. Notably, the school's diverse student body comprises 16% of First Nations students, 10% from a non-English speaking background, 19% who secured selective enrolment via the NSW State Selective Schools test, and 4% from defence families.
Kooringal High School prides itself on its extensive program offerings designed to cater to students' academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits, whilst fostering a safe and supportive learning environment. The school's facilities boast an impressive Trade Training Centre, industry-standard café, purpose-built Performing Arts Venue (PAV), farm, Clontarf Academy, and a brand-new workout gym titled the 'Crow's Nest,' alongside a gymnasium, multipurpose outdoor courts, two sporting fields, and a newly refurbished library.
To ensure teaching and learning aligns with current pedagogical practices, Kooringal High School's staff have undergone post-university studies through UNSW to obtain a Certificate of Gifted Education. Moreover, the school's learning environment encompasses innovative technologies and flexible learning spaces, thereby promoting a conducive learning experience for all students.
Central to Kooringal High School's ethos are its core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence, which underscores its commitment to supporting students to achieve their personal best. This is achieved with the guidance of a robust well-being team that provides wrap-around support, further cementing the school's status as a leading educational facility.
We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: Kooringal High School aims to provide exciting and innovative learning experiences that ensure engagement for our diverse student base. We work to maintain an environment where complacency is challenged, where excellence is the benchmark and where dignity and respect are demonstrated to all.
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Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in Kooringal, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"We love our school for its supportive community and commitment to every student’s success. Our child feels safe and inspired every day.” — a parent of Kooringal High School
What we can offer your child
Student success
At Kooringal High School, we help every student achieve their best. Our expert teachers use proven strategies to build strong learning habits and prepare students for success. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, leadership, competitions and life beyond school.
As a partially selective, comprehensive high school we are focused on quality teaching and learning. Our teachers deliver a differentiated curriculum complete with extension and enrichment activities. We offer an extensive range of programs and co-curricular activities catering for the 4 domains of potential: intellectual, creative, physical and social-emotional.
Academic achievements
- Our students consistently perform well in the HSC. And has been names as one NSW schools with the most improved average HSC results.
- In 2024 we boasted 33 Band 6, 98 Band 5 and 64.2% of students in the top two bands.
Our academic programs
- Extension classes in English, Mathematics, Science and History
- Proven strategies like Explicit Teaching, ALARM and HSC Mentoring
- Strong HSC results, with many students achieving Band 5 and 6 scores
- High performance pathways for advanced learners
- A focus on writing, critical thinking and goal setting
- Strong pathways to university, training or employment
Competitions and awards
- State Finalists in Tournament of the Minds.
- State Finalist in 2025 Game Changer
- 2024 Winner of the Innovator Award in Game Changer
- SpecFest Winners for over 3 years
- Participation in a range of competitions
- Success in life beyond school
- Active community members
- Growth through high potential and gifted education
- Striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help students thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and leadership opportunities, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity, builds skills and supports confident, capable learners.
Our opportunities include:
- Over 40 different curriculum offerings
- Selective Education
- Leadership programs and co-curricular activities
- STEM activities in robotics, engineering and sustainability
- VET courses in hospitality, construction, manufacturing and engineering, business services and entertainment
- Careers programs
- Work experience, mentoring and employability skills training
- Excursions
- Incursions
- Extra-curricular activities
- A wide variety of subjects.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- Student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- Teaching and learning adjustments
- Extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- Wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
At Kooringal High School, we welcome and support students from all backgrounds. We believe diversity is a strength. We make sure every student is included and respected.
Our diversity and inclusion programs include:
- Inclusive education in mainstream and specialist support classes
- The Special Education Faculty
- Enrichment Team
- Personal Learning Pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Cultural programs that promote pride and leadership.
- French and Italian subjects
- EALD (English as an Additional Language or Dialect) support for newly arrived students
- Strong connections with families and community to support every learner
- Defence
- Clontarf Academy
- Supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- Celebrating Harmony Day
- Incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- Ensuring cultural safety for all students.
Support for all learners
We are committed to creating a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment for all students. Our wellbeing programs ensure every student feels cared for and valued.
Our support services include:
- Case management and personalised wellbeing plans
- Positive behaviour programs and student recognition systems
- Access to external services
- Student Support Officer
- Defence School Mentor
- Trauma-informed teaching and high expectations for behaviour
- Regular mentoring and support for attendance and learning
- A culture of respect, inclusion and fairness
Stories and highlights
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Policies and reports
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