PortHackingHighSchool

Port Hacking High School

  General School Introduction

  Port Hacking High School has a proud history as the original coeducational high school in the Sutherland Shire. Situated in an 8 hectare garden setting in Miranda,the school has a magnifi cent campus. The school has a strong focus in Performing Arts and Sporting programs but ultimate emphasis is placed on each individual’s pursuit of academic excellence. Students have achieved consistently outstanding results in the HSC.

  We offer high standards of teaching, a structured and caring atmosphere and a huge variety of learning experiences. We set high standards of dress and behaviour.We teach and nurture qualities such as self motivation, discipline and respect for others so that our students graduate as well rounded, confi dent and responsible young adults.

  English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs

  Special programs function across the school, at all levels, by experienced and caring staff. Additional ESL support is given to international students

  2 Unit English (ESL) offered Fundamentals of English offered in Year 11

  Languages Taught

  French, Japanese, German Access to Open High School and Saturday School for other languages

  Special Programs

  Drama and dance ensembles and productions

  Junior and senior choirs, concert, stage and jazz bands, musical productions

  Music technology centre

  Student Representative Council

  Interschool sports competitions

  Combined High Schools sport competitions

  Australian Schools Academic Competitions, including English, Mathematics, Science, Geography and Computer Skills

  Interschool Debating and Public Speaking Competitions

  International student activities, including excursions and cultural exchanges

  Student Support Services and Programs

  Head teacher welfare

  Learning support team

  School counsellor

  Careers adviser

  Peer support

  Peer tutoring

  Year 11 and Year 12 essay writing and study skills workshops

  Specialised reading programs

  Special Facilities

  Fully-equipped auditorium with tiered seating and orchestra pit

  Full-size gymnasium and change rooms

  Four computer laboratories with internet/email access

  Drama, music and dance studios

  State-of-the-art Library

  Visual Arts Centre with graphics, photography and dark room facilities

  Science and technology laboratories incorporating Industrial Arts and Home Economics areas

  Multipurpose sports facilities, including three playing fi elds, tennis courts and basketball courts

  Separate landscaped courtyard for senior students

  HSC Results and Year 12 University/TAFE Placements In 2005:

  The school’s dux received a UAI of 99.7 and also received the Premiers Award for all-round excellence

  52% of HSC students scored in the top 30% of the state

  45 HSC courses offered, 50 vocational courses offered

  Students seeking university and TAFE placement were well above stateaverage

  Features of Local Area

  Port Hacking High School is located 20km south of Sydney CBD and 6km inland from Cronulla in the heart of the Sutherland Shire

  The school was named after the Port Hacking river and bay system which issituated nearby

  Located nearby are Botany Bay and the Royal National Park

  The school is located adjacent to Westfield Miranda, a major shopping centre, and close to public transport

  Other Information

  The school has an excellent reputation in the community. Parents and students value their place at Port Hacking High School because of our success in raising standards of achievement for all students in all areas of school life

  Students excel in all fi elds of endeavour and they are regularly placed in the top ranks of the HSC

  Our sports and performing arts programs attract talented students from all over Sydney

  Virtually all our graduates fi nd places in tertiary institutions, traineeships or full-time employment

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