Why choose our school?
Welcome to Lake Illawarra High School
Located on the picturesque foreshores of Lake Illawarra and proudly situated on the traditional lands of the Wadi Wadi people, Lake Illawarra High School is a vibrant, comprehensive secondary school dedicated to fostering growth, learning, and excellence for every student. We are also home an Inclusive Education Centre (Lake Hub and Harbour Hub) providing tailored support to meet diverse learning needs for students in a supported setting.
At Lake Illawarra High School, we celebrate a broad spectrum of student abilities by offering a rich and diverse curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Our state-of-the-art technology resources and industry-standard vocational training facilities empower students to engage deeply and practically with their learning. Our committed educators employ best teaching practices within a safe, welcoming, and well-managed environment to ensure every student experiences a high-quality education. We are passionate about inspiring students to be curious, motivated, and lifelong learners.
Beyond the classroom, students can explore and excel through extracurricular programs in Sport, Leadership, Technology, and the Creative and Performing Arts. As proud members of the Illawarra Academy of STEM Excellence, our students connect with leading industry partners, enriching their learning and opening pathways to future careers. Our Clontarf Academy supports our First Nations students by nurturing their talents and providing ongoing opportunities for success.
As an active member of the Lake Learning Community, we collaborate closely with our partner primary schools and wider community to promote evidence-based teaching practices, ensuring smooth transitions from primary to high school, and championing the wellbeing and academic growth of every learner.
We are dedicated to developing responsible, compassionate citizens who honour themselves and the community, and who are resilient in facing the challenges of an ever-changing world. Our school motto, “Seek the Truth,” encourages students to critically explore and understand the world around them. I am honoured to lead a school that embraces a safe and caring culture where all students are empowered to reach their fullest potential through positive and enriching educational experiences.
Ms Jenny Perry
Principal
Lake Illawarra High School
Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
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.
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.
Easy to access
Located in Lake Illawarra, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"We couldn’t be happier with the school. Our child feels supported and challenged, and has grown so much in confidence and independence since starting here." -
A Parent of Lake Illawarra High School.
Support, opportunity and success for all learners
Our 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, leadership and life beyond school.
Academic and vocational education
- Our students achieved outstanding HSC results in 2024. A3 subjects were represented by a student in the Distinguished Achievers List
- All VET students earned their certificates.
Life after school
Our former students:
- Work in healthcare and public service
- Teach and lead in schools
- Run businesses and lead in their communities
A world of opportunities
We offer students a wide range of programs to help them learn and grow.
From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity, confidence and critical thinking.
- Clubs and activities
- Debating team
- Knock out and representative sporting events, including the Combined High Schools representative school sport pathway
- Drama
- Arts Unit Initiatives
- Selective and creative streams – Advanced learning opportunities in a range of subject areas.
- Gifted and talented programs
- Careers programs and job training opportunities
Support for all learners
Every child learns in their own way, and we’re here to support them. Our school provides learning support programs to help students build confidence, catch up, and keep growing.
- Support teachers and learning assistants in the classroom
- Help for students who are learning English as an additional language
- Extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- Our Student Learning Centre provides support for our Senior Students
- Wellbeing and counselling support
Our diverse community
Our students come from many different backgrounds, and we celebrate this diversity every day at our school. We believe it helps build understanding, respect, and well-rounded global citizens.
Opportunities to engage in local aboriginal histories, perspectives and culture are in place for all students, supported by our close relationship with local elders, and the Coomaditchie United Aboriginal Corporation. Cultural understanding is fostered with the support of our Aboriginal Education Officer and Clontarf Academy.
- 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.
Learning
Explore our diverse subjects and effective teaching strategies designed to support every student's learning journey!
Student opportunities and activities
We offer a range of co-curricular programs to support student's goals both inside and outside of the classroom.
Facilities and resources
Our facilities and resources support the growth of every student.