General School Introduction

　　Port Hacking High School has a proud history as the original coeducational 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 consistently 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, confi dent and responsible young adults.

　　English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs

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

　　International 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 Economics 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 vocational 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 Cronulla 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 National 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