Barham High School

Sydney, Australia

  • Day School

  • 1960

  • $ 14.9K-17.1K

    • Australian

School History & Details

Barham High School was founded in 1960 and has since maintained its reputation as a small educational institution. With a remarkable staff to student ratio of one to ten, school ensures that each student receives individual attention and has access to a wide range of resources. They prioritize student welfare and have designed various aspects of the curriculum to address the challenges posed by the relative geographical isolation experienced by the students. Additionally, the school benefits from additional funding sources such as the Country Areas Program, which supports specialist programs aimed at enhancing student outcomes. Furthermore, school has fostered a positive relationship with the community, and this strong community involvement has played a significant role in the success.

    School Values

  • Respect
  • Responsibility
  • Resilience
  • Honesty
School Achievements

Achievements

Barham High School has been recognized at the Australian Education Awards 2024 as an Excellence Awardee in the "Best Regional School" category, a testament to its exceptional educational practices and contributions to regional education across Australia. Additionally, the school was honored with the Best Professional Service Community Award at the Campaspe-Murray Business Awards, underscoring its vital role and commitment to serving the local community.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Barham High School is committed to fostering cultural inclusivity by implementing specialized programs that honor and integrate the cultural identities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, with the goal of bridging the achievement gap. Additionally, the school promotes a vibrant extracurricular environment, encouraging students to engage in a variety of activities such as sports, arts, and community service, which contributes to their overall development and well-roundedness.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Debbie Stockton: An accomplished educator and business leader, Debbie has significantly contributed to education and community health services, particularly in regional Australia.  Daniel Searle: Despite losing his vision at 16, Daniel pursued a career in physiotherapy and actively participates in para-triathlons, exemplifying resilience and determination.  Kim Hare: A scientist and educator, Kim’s academic journey began at Barham High School, leading to a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and a career dedicated to scientific research and education.  Neil Gorey: A dedicated community servant, Neil transitioned from farming to public service, serving on the Wakool Shire Council and contributing to local governance.  

School Information

Barham High School, situated in the South-West of the Riverina on the Murray River, is a well-rounded secondary school that caters to both male and female students. With an enrollment of around 155 st...View moreView Less

Brendan Yu

Link

03 5453 2322

38 Gonn Street Barham NSW 2732

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • History
  • Sociology
  • Political Science
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • English
  • Social Studies

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