# Hawkesbury High School

Hawkesbury High School is a NSW government secondary school in Freemans Reach, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 418 (2025)
- **Address**: 1 Hibberts Lane, Freemans Reach NSW 2756
- **Phone**: (02) 4579 6800
- **Website**: https://hawkesbury-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: hawkesbury-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 54984
- **Established**: 1983-01-01

## About

Hawkesbury High School is a co-educational high school situated in a pleasant rural setting, dedicated to excellence in academics, culture, and sports. The school fosters a culture of respect and responsibility, ensuring a safe and happy learning environment led by dedicated teachers. At the heart of the school's operation are the HERITAGE values: harmony, excellence, respect, responsibility, integrity, teamwork, attitude, goals, and equality, developed collaboratively by the school community.

## Curriculum and Programs

Hawkesbury High School offers a wide range of academic and vocational subjects alongside extensive extra-curricular programs, designed to build leadership, teamwork, and resilience among students. There are specific programs tailored for gifted and talented students, as well as for those who require additional support, ensuring that all learners can thrive and reach their full potential. 

The award-winning Proud Hawks program facilitates a smooth transition for students from primary to high school, equipping them with vital lifelong skills. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on quality teaching practices, with a commitment to continuous professional development for its staff to maintain high teaching standards.

## Community and Inclusion

Hawkesbury High School also values strong community partnerships and aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for students from all backgrounds. This commitment to inclusivity ensures that every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day, while also preparing them to successfully navigate the challenges of the modern world.

## Mission

Hawkesbury High School is dedicated to supporting our local community and nurturing student success. We provide high-quality, comprehensive education for students in Years 7 to 12.

Motto: "Caring - Learning - Connecting"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 418 |
| 2024 | 438 |
| 2023 | 438 |
| 2022 | 460 |
| 2021 | 444 |
| 2020 | 421 |
| 2019 | 407 |
| 2018 | 423 |
| 2017 | 438 |
| 2016 | 477 |
| 2015 | 505 |
| 2014 | 550 |
| 2013 | 562 |
| 2012 | 532 |
| 2011 | 570 |
| 2010 | 581 |
| 2009 | 611 |
| 2008 | 640 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/54984-hawkesbury-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.