General School Introduction

Port Hacking High School has a proud history as the original coeducatio nal 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 co nsistently 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, co nfi dent and respo nsible young adults.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs

Special programs function across the school, at all levels, by experienced and caring staff. Additio nal ESL support is given to internatio nal 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

Internatio nal 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 Eco nomics 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 vocatio nal 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 Cro nulla 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 Natio nal 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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