Why choose us?

Wollumbin High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Comprehensive, Coed Secondary School in Murwillumbah. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.

Our vision:  At Wollumbin High School, we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive community where every student feels valued and supported. Guided by our motto, ‘Together We Learn,’ we provide a safe and respectful environment that fosters academic excellence, curiosity, growth, and wellbeing. We celebrate success and empower students to embrace learning with confidence and prepare them to thrive in a changing world.

Contact us to find out if Wollumbin High School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!

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Why families choose us

A strong start

We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.

Support for every family

Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.

High quality education

We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.

Easy to access

Located in Murwillumbah, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.

As a parent of three children who have all attended Wollumbin High School, I’ve been touched by the way staff have embraced each of my children’s individuality. While each child has had different experiences of high school life, what has been consistent is the encouragement, care, and genuine connections with their teachers and support staff.  - Sonia

What we can offer your child

Student success

Our school is committed to providing a high-quality, affordable education that nurtures every child’s growth. We take pride in celebrating our students’ achievements in learning, competitions, and life beyond school.

We are delighted to share that Scarlette, a Year 9 student, has been awarded a scholarship from the William Rubensohn Foundation. This scholarship recognises students who demonstrate dedication to their studies and will support Scarlette throughout her journey to Year 12.

Our student success looks like:
  • participation in a range of competitions
  • success in life beyond school
  • active community members
  • growth through high potential and gifted education
  • striving for personal improvement.

A world of opportunities

We provide a diverse range of programs and opportunities to help students thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts, hospitality, and beyond, our broad curriculum fosters curiosity and critical thinking.

Our students have access to:
  • excursions
  • incursions
  • extra-curricular activities
  • a wide variety of subjects.

Tailored learning support

We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.

We offer students:
  • student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
  • teaching and learning adjustments
  • extension activities for students who need extra challenge
  • wellbeing and counselling support.

A welcoming community

Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.

We create a welcoming community by:
  • supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
  • celebrating Harmony Day
  • incorporating culturally inclusive school events
  • ensuring cultural safety for all students.

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Stories and highlights

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