North Sydney Boys High School

North Sydney Boys High School (enrolment 917, 93% students from a non-English speaking background), is a selective school with a commitment to a stimulating and challenging learning environment which develops resilient, innovative and connected learners who strive to achieve their personal best. Students travel from across wider Sydney to its lower north shore location from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds. The school has a history of outstanding academic achievement. Experienced staff are dedicated to innovative curriculum writing and delivery with a strong focus on quality teaching and professional learning. An extensive outdoor education program that supports the development of well-rounded young men complements an extracurricular program that includes academic, sporting and cultural domains. There are strong associations with ‘Old Boys’, parents and the local community. Current school priorities are Quality Teaching and Learning, problem based learning, cross curriculum perspectives, differentiated learning, information communications technology (ICT) and authentic assessment. There is a strong student voice and students participate in decision making, leadership, social justice, wellbeing and volunteering programs.