Turramurra High School
2023
ICSEA percentile
89
Type
Public
Year Range
7-12
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We believe a great school produces successful learners through the achievement of academic, social and personal bests.
It is responsive to students, staff and the community and is focussed on building dynamic relationships between them. Turramurra High School is situated in a well-established residential area on Sydney's North Shore.
The school adjoins Lane Cove National Park, providing a quiet bushland environment. The school was established as a co-educational comprehensive high school in 1967.
Students are drawn from a wide area, and many travel to school by train and/or bus. Nevertheless, the school has close ties with its community, and has a reputation for achievement in academic studies, the creative arts and competitive sport.
The school has well-established links with university partners and local community organisations. We enjoy a long-standing relationship with sister schools in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan which involves reciprocal visits enhancing language skills and cultural understanding.
Turramurra High School strives to assist all students and staff to realise their full potential, in all areas of endeavour. The school provides a broad curriculum which offers a wide range of flexible learning activities and experiences.
At Turramurra High School our philosophy is based on commitment to the care and development of the whole person. We recognise that each student is an individual with different needs and aspirations.
We believe that excellence, innovation and fostering high expectations are central to learning. Our aim is to provide stimulation and challenge in a safe, nurturing environment so that our young people may grow, develop and mature.
We wish to assist them become adaptable, resourceful, innovative and creative. In all areas of learning, in classes and extra-curricular programs, we provide experiences which support the development of 4Cs skills of communication, collaboration, creativity and critical reflection.
These are skills we believe all students need in the rapidly evolving world of education and work in the 21st century. We place strong emphasis on community spirit and commitment to citizenship.
The values learnt and fostered at Turramurra are designed to enable students to take their place in society. The school community is friendly and supportive and this is reflected in the attitude of our students.
Tolerance, responsibility, justice, social and cultural awareness are important values in our school community. As a school we value our place in both our local community and our wider society.
This strong set of values and beliefs coupled with a love of learning will ensure that Turramurra alumni may confidently face the challenges of the future.