Why choose us?

Terrigal High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Comprehensive, Coed Secondary School in Terrigal. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.

Our vision: Terrigal High School will be the leading comprehensive secondary school on the Central Coast, engaging and inspiring our school community to be curious and active learners, striving for excellence in all aspects of life.

Contact us to find out if Terrigal High School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!

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Why families choose us

Students at the start of backstroke race

A strong start

We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.

Mr Riley leading a parent meeting in the Library

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.

Two junior girls playing guitar in music lesson

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.

Students playing on oval at lunch time

Easy to access

Located in Terrigal, 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.

Mr Riley with a senior student at the Max Potential night
Our student success looks like:
  • 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.

Group of girl students studying an ocean rock platform

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.

Our students have access to:
  • 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.

Junior students in art class
We offer students:
  • student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
  • teaching and learning adjustments
  • extension activities for students who need extra challenge
  • wellbeing and counselling support.
Large group of students across different year groups

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.

We create a welcoming community by:
  • 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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You can apply online or visit our school in person.

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Facilities and resources

Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.

Policies and reports

Discover our local school policies, reports and plans.