# Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School

Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School is a NSW government secondary school in Emu Plains, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 807 (2025)
- **Address**: Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains NSW 2750
- **Phone**: (02) 4728 7200
- **Website**: https://nepean-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: nepean-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50709
- **Established**: 1963-01-01

## About

Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School is a 7-12 coeducational high school located in Emu Plains on the traditional lands of the Dharug people. The school boasts an enrolment of 985 students, with 76 identifying as Aboriginal. It offers a selective stream for students excelling in the Creative and Performing Arts, as well as an Inclusive Education Unit housing 65 students. 

## Creative and Performing Arts Program
The school’s Creative and Performing Arts program allows students with high potential and giftedness to further develop their talents in areas such as circus arts, creative arts, dance, drama, and music. Additionally, a variety of vocational courses are available within a supportive and disciplined learning environment.

## School Culture and Community Support
Dedicated staff members at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School are committed to ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for, fostering a collaborative team environment that promotes strong educational growth. The school enjoys robust support from parents and the wider community, as well as positive relationships with local primary schools and businesses. 

Recent facilities upgrades, such as a new multi-purpose hall and improvements to classroom environments, enhance the overall student experience. Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School continues to strive for educational excellence, integrating both academic and artistic pursuits within its curriculum, encouraging students to thrive in a culturally rich environment.

## Mission

At Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School we inspire, empower, and nurture every learner to achieve personal growth through educational and creative excellence. We provide opportunities for innovation and self-expression to foster lifelong learners equipped to succeed and thrive in a dynamic community.

Motto: "Aspire the Heights through Care, Opportunity and Success."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 807 |
| 2024 | 823 |
| 2023 | 896 |
| 2022 | 980 |
| 2021 | 1,019 |
| 2020 | 1,091 |
| 2019 | 1,139 |
| 2018 | 1,083 |
| 2017 | 1,078 |
| 2016 | 1,067 |
| 2015 | 996 |
| 2014 | 890 |
| 2013 | 861 |
| 2012 | 790 |
| 2011 | 726 |
| 2010 | 657 |
| 2009 | 577 |
| 2008 | 553 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50709-nepean-creative-and-performing-arts-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.