Pennant Hills High School is a large, coeducational, comprehensive high school with an enrolment of 1,030 students, including 31% from non-English speaking backgrounds and ten students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. There are academically selected classes in Stage 4. The school has a proud tradition of high achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits, and there is a broad curriculum choice across all stages. Extensive curriculum enrichment programs ensure high levels of student engagement. Strong, positive relationships exist between staff, students and the community, ensuring a stimulating and rich learning environment in which students are supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. The school has implemented a Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL) program based on the established core values of responsibility, integrity and achievement. A strong commitment to developing student leadership capacity is evident through an active Student Leadership Council. There is an increasing focus on flexible learning through project based strategies. Students are taught in a technology rich environment by experienced, committed teachers. A Special Education Unit caters for students with a mild or moderate intellectual disability. There is a strong culture of inclusivity of students with a disability throughout the school. A community of schools initiative fosters strong links with local partner primary schools.
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