Why choose us?
Swansea High School is a comprehensive, co–educational high school nestled in the picturesque seaside suburb of Caves Beach. In 2025 we have 740 students with 125 (17%) being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background. We have an expectation that every student, every teacher, and every support staff member will strive for improvement and excellence every year. Positive relationships and partnerships between the staff, students, parents and the local community are the cornerstones that enable Swansea High School to excel and be considered among the top performing high schools in NSW.
We have been recognised by the NSW Secretary for Education for outstanding learning growth in HSC in consecutive years (2022 and 2023). Our 2024 HSC results were among the best in the school’s history with 13 Band 6 results and over 63% of results in the top 3 Bands. Our Year 9 Literacy and Numeracy value-add results in NAPLAN have been in the top 5% of the State for consecutive years in 2023 and 2024.
Our vision: Swansea High School aims to build upon expectations, connections and achievement of all students and staff. We have an expectation that every student, every teacher, and every support staff member will strive for improvement and excellence every year.
We are a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) school which is student led with high expectations developed by students, for students. The school's PBL values are Respect, Responsibility, Ready to Learn. Strong student voice and student leadership programs are a cornerstone for ensuring students are engaged and well connected to the school.
The partnership we have with our Galgabba Community of Schools is widely considered the benchmark for successful transition programs between primary and high schools. Transition into the high school from our 6 partner primary schools (Blacksmiths PS, Caves Beach PS, Marks Point PS, Nords Wharf PS, Pelican Flat PS and Swansea PS) is seamless due to the ongoing collaborative programs we coordinate together.
There are curriculum, co-curriculum and extra-curriculum programs to support the achievement of personal best that you can identify and learn about by clicking on the appropriate button from the main menu.
All of the administrative information relating to attendance, uniform, fees and payments, medical information and the answers to the most frequently asked questions are in the parent section of the main menu.
I look forward to a productive and positive partnership with all parents / carers and ask you to communicate any issues you have, so we can address and hopefully improve the situation.
Please contact me, Andrew Pesle, to arrange an enrolment interview.
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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 Caves Beach, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- 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 them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- 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
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- 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.
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