# Ambarvale High School

Ambarvale High School is a NSW government secondary school in Rosemeadow, 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**: Thomas Rose Drive, Rosemeadow NSW 2560
- **Phone**: (02) 4627 1800
- **Website**: https://ambarvale-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: ambarvale-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 54941
- **Established**: 1984-01-01

## About

Welcome to Ambarvale High School, a vibrant educational institution located in Rosemeadow. This comprehensive coeducational school caters to students from Year 7 to Year 12 and prides itself on creating a safe and inclusive environment where every student feels valued. With a strong commitment to educational excellence, the school focuses on three main directions: Building Great People, Building Great Learners, and Building Great Results.

## Educational Philosophy  
Ambarvale High School aims to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to reach their full potential. The school embraces diversity and welcomes students from all backgrounds, ensuring every child feels included and confident from their first day. This commitment to inclusivity is evident in their tailored learning support programs, which address the varied educational needs of all students, including those who are high potential or gifted.

## Strong Community Connections  
The school actively collaborates with families, co-designing learning plans tailored to individual student needs. A notable feature is the emphasis on student advocacy and voice, which is central to the school culture. Ambarvale High School is particularly proud of its innovative programs, student leadership initiatives, and its Aboriginal Education Hub, focusing on the holistic development of each learner.

## Commitment to Growth  
Ambarvale High School maintains a relentless focus on transforming students’ lives through quality education. The dedicated staff engage in ongoing professional learning to ensure the delivery of precise and effective teaching practices. The school not only prioritises academic success but also fosters personal growth and community engagement, ultimately preparing students to become active, confident citizens in society.

## Mission

We aim to offer all students an education that will empower them with the knowledge, skills and values that will enable them to reach their potential and set NEW HORIZONS in all aspects of their lives: academic, sporting, cultural, social and personal.

Motto: "NEW HORIZONS"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 807 |
| 2024 | 793 |
| 2023 | 794 |
| 2022 | 852 |
| 2021 | 843 |
| 2020 | 769 |
| 2019 | 778 |
| 2018 | 737 |
| 2017 | 715 |
| 2016 | 741 |
| 2015 | 750 |
| 2014 | 761 |
| 2013 | 793 |
| 2012 | 800 |
| 2011 | 862 |
| 2010 | 852 |
| 2009 | 854 |
| 2008 | 912 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/54941-ambarvale-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.