# Murwillumbah High School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 347 (2025)
- **Address**: 86 Riverview St, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
- **Phone**: (02) 6672 1566
- **Website**: https://murwillumb-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: murwillumb-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49916
- **Established**: 1929-01-01

## About

Murwillumbah High School was established in 1929 and is one of the oldest comprehensive co-educational secondary schools in NSW. The school has a long-standing tradition of outstanding academic, cultural, creative, vocational, and sporting achievement, offering excellent programs that cater to the needs of all students. It plays a significant role in the local community, particularly in the arts, with its annual Arts Week showcasing various aspects of the creative and performing arts.

## Community Engagement
The school’s commitment to inclusivity is reflected in its programs designed to support students with special needs and from diverse cultural backgrounds. With a strong emphasis on engaging students with Asia, Murwillumbah High School facilitates two visits annually from Japanese schools, alongside overseas trips to Japan in alternate years. This engagement enriches the educational experience and strengthens cultural ties.

## Teaching and Learning Environment
The highly qualified and experienced teaching staff are dedicated to fostering a secure and caring learning environment. They employ contemporary and challenging teaching strategies, enabling students to achieve their full potential. The school's motto, 'Creating Our Future', embodies its mission to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to shape their future positively. Through its comprehensive curriculum, the school empowers students to contribute meaningfully to their local community and the broader society.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Inspiring Every Student Every Day.

Motto: "Creating Our Future"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 347 |
| 2024 | 577 |
| 2023 | 654 |
| 2022 | 380 |
| 2021 | 392 |
| 2020 | 470 |
| 2019 | 430 |
| 2018 | 440 |
| 2017 | 468 |
| 2016 | 505 |
| 2015 | 505 |
| 2014 | 557 |
| 2013 | 589 |
| 2012 | 615 |
| 2011 | 638 |
| 2010 | 639 |
| 2009 | 611 |
| 2008 | 629 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49916-murwillumbah-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.