High School Program

Our Philosophy

Kindlehill High School supports young people toward finding their place in the world as self-directed, motivated, clear-sighted and resourceful adults who want to create a fairer world for all. We want students to shine with intelligence in every aspect of their lives. Developing the capacity to think critically, to question, to explore perspectives, to reflect and make informed judgements, to experience that the ‘body of knowledge’ we build our lives around is an evolving one; these are some of the capacities the young person is ready to develop for lifelong learning.

Student Learning and Support

Students are individually supported to achieve their potential in academic areas of study and to cultivate good habits of learning such as those of hard work, self-motivation and the setting of high standards. Extension work, challenges and learning support are provided as required to individual students. Parents are strongly encouraged to support the schoolwork through helping students’ complete homework and establish good working habits.

Student Engagement

Subjects are taught in ways that engage the students and that support a meaningful dialogue with the issues and concerns of the times in which they live. Students are challenged to think, feel and act in resourceful and creative ways. Kindlehill High School embraces the concept of the ‘village’, where learning is not limited to school but is embedded in its community. Students connect with people and experiences from diverse walks of life. They engage with purposeful and real–life work and activity in their local community.

The Creative and Performing Arts

The creative and performing arts are of central importance as accomplishment in the arts supports well roundedness in the human being. At a time when young people are vulnerable to some of the negative influences of peer culture, the arts imbue their lives with celebration, creativity, a sense of community and the cherished values of what it is to be a creative and resourceful human being.

Year 10 Individual Project

An individual creative task that addresses a different theme each year, Year 10 students research, develop, produce and present a work incorporating theoretical, artistic and practical components. The student captures and reflects on their learning and creative processes throughout the project’s evolution in a Project Journal, a significant component of the overall task. Students present finished works in Term 4, with a presentation about the process involved, a reflection on their journey, and an objective assessment of their learning outcomes.

High School Teachers

In the High School, the teachers are mentors who inspire the students out of their own love of learning, their keen interest in world affairs and in their commitment to making the world a better place through the use of their particular talents and abilities. They bring to the students what is of necessity in order for young people to take their place in the world as good and capable individuals. They work in cooperation, with respect and love for the young people in their classes. They model for the students that life is not only about what feels fun but that growth comes from facing difficulties and struggle with courage and perseverance.

Subjects and Curriculum

At Kindlehill High School we meet the outcomes of the NSW curriculum, though teachers also have the flexibility to prioritise learning that is deep, meaningful and relevant to the lives of students. Students receive a ‘Completion of Year 10’ certificate at the end of their studies and are then able to progress to the schooling or TAFE options that are identified as supportive of their choices for the future. Click the links below to learn more.

Join our High School

All enquiries to join our school should be made to the Principal. The Principal will be able to liaise with the class teacher to determine capacity in a specific class.

After an initial discussion, you will be asked to visit the school for an informal interview with the Principal, and a tour of our facilities. If a space is available and you wish to proceed with the enrolment, you will be provided with a detailed enrolment pack. If there is no space in a specific class, you will be placed on a waiting list and advised as soon as a space becomes available. We encourage families on the waiting list to stay in contact with the school via fairs and open days. It is important that you maintain your up to date contact details if you are on the waiting list.

Questions about the enrolment pack contents can be directed to the school administration. We welcome questions from parents at any stage during the enrolment process.