# Georges River College, Penshurst Campus

Georges River College, Penshurst Campus is a NSW government junior college in Penshurst, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Junior College
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 10
- **Enrolments**: 488 (2025)
- **Address**: 2 Austral St, Penshurst NSW 2222
- **Phone**: (02) 9580 3141
- **Website**: https://penshurst-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/
- **Email**: penshurst-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 8634
- **Established**: 1936-01-01

## About

Georges River College Penshurst Campus is a comprehensive, coeducational school catering for students in Years 7–10. It is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to developing resilient, independent, and respectful learners. The school focuses on the unique developmental needs of young adolescents, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and resilience among its students. 

## School Programs
The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of all learners, offering a wide range of subjects and opportunities. Students engage in a challenging educational environment that includes access to sporting, cultural, and community activities. Extra-curricular offerings such as the Duke of Edinburgh Program, Debating, Public Speaking, and an after-school Homework Centre enhance the learning experience. Moreover, the school provides elective options such as iSTEM, Marine and Aquaculture Technology, and Forensic Archaeology for Stage 5 students. 

## Student Wellbeing
Wellbeing programs are integral to the school's approach, ensuring that every student feels supported throughout their educational journey. The school values diversity and inclusivity, creating a safe environment for all students, acknowledging their varied backgrounds. Students are encouraged to become confident and capable global citizens. 

## Community Engagement
Georges River College Penshurst Campus prides itself on strong community links, working collaboratively with families to co-design learning plans that best fit each student’s needs. This commitment to support underpins the school's mission to achieve the best possible outcomes for all learners.

## Mission

Georges River College Penshurst Campus is dedicated to building a culture of high performance and positive values that empowers all members of our school community to achieve success within a framework that upholds diversity, inclusion, equity, respect and active citizenship.

Motto: "Excellence in Middle School Education"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 488 |
| 2024 | 444 |
| 2023 | 479 |
| 2022 | 511 |
| 2021 | 519 |
| 2020 | 530 |
| 2019 | 564 |
| 2018 | 604 |
| 2017 | 638 |
| 2016 | 660 |
| 2015 | 641 |
| 2014 | 685 |
| 2013 | 696 |
| 2012 | 694 |
| 2011 | 710 |
| 2010 | 692 |
| 2009 | 679 |
| 2008 | 678 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/8634-georges-river-college-penshurst-campus), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.