Why choose us?
Glenwood High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Comprehensive, Coed Secondary School in Glenwood. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
School vision
Glenwood High School will provide exceptional educational opportunities for all students in a challenging and inclusive learning environment. Programs will recognise and engage students through an innovative and academic curriculum which supports and encourages personal achievement. An inspiring 21st Century educational setting delivered by quality teachers will motivate students through diverse, relevant and intellectual stimuli.
Our Mission Statement
Glenwood High School’s mission is to empower students to become successful, creative learners, who will confidently assume the role of active global citizens. Students at Glenwood High School are literate, numerate, successful learners who are innovative, highly motivated and productive users of technology. Students learn to be critical thinkers who are able to contextualise their learning beyond the classroom. Students show respect for themselves and their peers, creating an inclusive and empathetic learning environment.
Our Core Values
The Glenwood High School core values are built on the principle of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL). Our values influence the way our school community works together, communicates and makes decisions. These values are taught explicitly in the classroom and through the activities and relationships between the school and the community. They guide student welfare and discipline and are embedded in everything we do both within and beyond the classroom.
- Respect Yourself and Others
- Respect Property
- Ready for Learning
- Responsible for Your Actions
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Why families choose us
A strong foundation
We focus on the skills your child needs to succeed in school and beyond.
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 diverse subjects tailored to student goals taught by skilled, dedicated teachers focused on student success..
Easy to access
Located in Glenwood, 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.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
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.
- 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.
Stories and highlights
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Policies and reports
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