School Profile

NSW GOVERNMENT SCHOOL SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

Prairiewood High School

Prairiewood High School is a comprehensive, coeducational and partially selective school that has a strong tradition of academic, sporting, cultural and civic achievements. The school has a diverse student population and has a positive multicultural environment, strong welfare and English as a second language program. A focus on high academic achievement and student leadership, prepares students by developing them socially, creatively, academically, physically and emotionally.

3 Reasons To Choose This School

Experienced and highly qualified teachers
Respectful and safe learning environment
Spacious and attractive grounds

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English as a second language

Learning support teaching team
Support for each subject year level

Student support services

Student leadership team
Dedicated student welfare team
Peer support program

Special programs

A large range of sports offered
Music programs (ensembles/ bands/choir)
Gifted and talented programs
Debating/public speaking club
Creative/visual arts programs

Special facilities

Modern science laboratories
Large sporting grounds/playing fields
Drama studio or theatrette
Fully operational school farm
Film and TV editing suite

Languages taught

Italian
French

School achievements

An improved literacy and numeracy for all students and differentiated curriculum and learning systems as the foundation for quality teaching, increased student engagement, recognition and achievement.

Local area features

Prairiewood High School is situated in the southwestern region of Sydney, 40 minutes from the CBD. The area is surrounded by extensive parklands, sporting and recreational facilities. Excellent transport facilities, including a major arterial bus route, allow easy access to the rest of Sydney.