# Wellington High School

Wellington High School is a NSW government secondary school in Wellington, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 284 (2025)
- **Address**: Whiteley St, Wellington NSW 2820
- **Phone**: (02) 6845 2344
- **Website**: https://wellington-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: wellington-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46456
- **Established**: 1955-01-01

## About

Wellington High School is a co-educational, comprehensive high school committed to creating an inclusive and supportive educational environment for students from diverse backgrounds. It offers a well-maintained facility and caters to a student population with varied abilities, interests, and talents. The school prides itself on a strong sporting tradition and has a history of success in state-wide events. 

## Educational Approach
The school places a strong emphasis on student welfare, which is considered foundational to all programs. Special initiatives are in place to support senior students in achieving the best possible results in the Higher School Certificate. Wellington High School aims to maximise all resources—human, technological, financial, and environmental—to create an atmosphere where students can develop academically, culturally, socially, and in sports. Furthermore, the school promotes accountability and teamwork for the growth and development of students. 

## Facilities and Programs
Recent projects, such as the Cooler Classrooms initiative, have improved the learning environment significantly. Additionally, the school has participated in various programs including a state-wide LED lighting upgrade and regular maintenance to ensure safety and reliability. The school also utilises modern demountable classrooms equipped with excellent technology, providing comfortable learning spaces. 

Overall, Wellington High School is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive community that supports every student's potential, encouraging them to learn, grow, and succeed.

## Mission

At Wellington High School, our mission is to foster a supportive and inclusive community where every student learns, grows and belongs as they strive to reach their full potential. We are committed to inspiring a lifelong love of learning and nurturing our school values that will guide students well beyond their school years.

Motto: "Work Conquers All"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 284 |
| 2024 | 293 |
| 2023 | 303 |
| 2022 | 306 |
| 2021 | 295 |
| 2020 | 273 |
| 2019 | 273 |
| 2018 | 277 |
| 2017 | 292 |
| 2016 | 344 |
| 2015 | 357 |
| 2014 | 345 |
| 2013 | 329 |
| 2012 | 316 |
| 2011 | 317 |
| 2010 | 369 |
| 2009 | 361 |
| 2008 | 342 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46456-wellington-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.