# Five Islands Secondary College

Five Islands Secondary College is a NSW government senior college in Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Senior College
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 9 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 293 (2025)
- **Address**: Military Rd, Port Kembla NSW 2505
- **Phone**: (02) 4274 0621
- **Website**: https://fiveislands-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: illawarra-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 54678
- **Established**: 1961-01-01

## About

Five Islands Secondary College is unique across the Illawarra as it provides a senior college style education for students in Years 10 to 12. The school fosters a flexible learning environment where individual student needs are a priority. With no compulsory uniform, students can express their individuality. The school operates from Monday to Thursday, with hours from 8:40 am to 3:40 pm, and welcomes enrolments throughout the year.

At Five Islands Secondary College, the focus is on strong relationships between students and staff to enhance engagement and learning. The school caters to a diverse student body, including full-time, part-time, mature-age, English as a Second Language, Aboriginal students, and those in Special Education. Its dual curriculum structure emphasises both academic and vocational pathways, empowering students to pursue various options for their future, including vocational education and training (VET) courses, traineeships, and apprenticeships.

The innovative Big Picture program promotes independent learning aligned with students' interests, allowing for a personalised learning experience that can lead to the Higher School Certificate (HSC). Each student develops an individualised learning plan that encompasses their passions and career aspirations, further enhancing their educational journey.

Facilities include a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, metal fabrication workshop, and digital learning resources. The college prides itself on its dynamic curriculum and extracurricular activities, fostering a culture of personal responsibility and active engagement in learning. Five Islands Secondary College's motto, "Your Pathway, Your Future," reflects its commitment to guiding students as they embark on their unique educational pathways.

## Mission

Five Islands Secondary College (FISC) is a NSW Department of Education, public school dedicated to delivering a tailored and nurturing educational experience. We pride ourselves on catering to students who seek a personalised approach to their learning journey.

Motto: "Your Pathway, Your Future."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 293 |
| 2024 | 304 |
| 2023 | 271 |
| 2022 | 227 |
| 2021 | 279 |
| 2020 | 345 |
| 2019 | 213 |
| 2018 | 358 |
| 2017 | 207 |
| 2016 | 310 |
| 2015 | 234 |
| 2014 | 311 |
| 2013 | 324 |
| 2012 | 309 |
| 2011 | 298 |
| 2010 | 343 |
| 2009 | 327 |
| 2008 | 324 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/54678-five-islands-secondary-college), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.