# Great Lakes College Senior Campus

Great Lakes College Senior Campus is a NSW government senior college in Tuncurry, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Senior College
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 11 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 349 (2025)
- **Address**: The Northern Parkway, Tuncurry NSW 2428
- **Phone**: (02) 6555 0555
- **Website**: https://glcsenior-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: glcsenior-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56647
- **Established**: 2003-01-29

## About

Great Lakes College Senior Campus, located in Tuncurry, is an integral part of a multi-campus collegiate that serves the Forster-Tuncurry community. Enrolling approximately 460 students in Years 11 and 12, the campus offers a high-quality education within an adult learning environment. This setting allows students to pursue their High School Certificate (HSC) while acquiring skills relevant to both further study and the workforce.

## Educational Opportunities
The senior campus provides a diverse curriculum that maximises opportunities through its large college structure while leveraging the benefits of a smaller campus environment. This balance ensures that the individual learning needs of each student are addressed effectively. The strong academic pathways offered at the campus are complemented by a rich array of vocational options, equipping students with the essential skills for their future.

## Recognitions and Partnerships
In recognition of its commitment to innovation in education, the campus received the Director General's Award for Excellence in Curriculum Innovation in 2007. Furthermore, its partnership with TAFE enhances the curriculum, providing students with flexible learning opportunities. The campus also collaborates closely with Newcastle University, strengthening pathways for further education.

With a focus on fostering respect, responsibility, and personal best, Great Lakes College Senior Campus aims to create a supportive learning environment that empowers every student to achieve their potential.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Respect, Responsibility & Personal Best"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 349 |
| 2024 | 319 |
| 2023 | 353 |
| 2022 | 344 |
| 2021 | 346 |
| 2020 | 403 |
| 2019 | 395 |
| 2018 | 412 |
| 2017 | 457 |
| 2016 | 451 |
| 2015 | 419 |
| 2014 | 430 |
| 2013 | 431 |
| 2012 | 436 |
| 2011 | 463 |
| 2010 | 453 |
| 2009 | 422 |
| 2008 | 420 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56647-great-lakes-college-senior-campus), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.