Penrith High School

Penrith Selective High School is a fully academically selective high school with a coeducational enrolment of 925 students, including 80% of students from a non–English speaking background. The school has a strong commitment to differentiated teaching and learning to meet the needs of highly gifted learners in addition to supporting students and their wellbeing across all domains of giftedness. Our highly skilled and dedicated teachers focus on quality teaching and learning with an emphasis and understanding of strategies that meet the needs of gifted and talented students, including those who are twice exceptional (2e). We develop students who are innovative thinkers, confident and self–motivated learners who possess strong ethical values. The school has active links with Australian and overseas based universities, its community and the broader world. Our students thrive in an atmosphere which provides for Talent Development Opportunities, including co–curricular learning experiences, strong enrichment opportunities and programs for students with interests and passions in sport, creative and performing arts, leadership and school & community service. We offer extensive student leadership opportunities that contribute to a positive school ethos and a philosophy of social justice. The school values the positive contribution that parents and alumni play in the school’s culture. In 2020, Penrith Selective High School will celebrate its 70th Anniversary as a proud NSW public school.