Prairiewood High School
A partially selective high school where every student is supported to thrive
We’re excited to welcome your family to our school community!
To begin your journey, simply complete our online application form.
Outstanding student learning growth at Prairiewood High School!
We’re proud to be recognised by the NSW Government as one of just 30 public high schools across NSW demonstrating outstanding value-added student learning growth over the past five years.
This recognition reflects what happens when dedicated teachers, motivated students and supportive families work together to help every student reach their potential.
At Prairiewood High School, we’re proud to create opportunities for our students to learn, grow and achieve.
How Prairiewood High School is inspiring excellence
Academic Excellence and Opportunities
Our partially selective program, combined with strong ATAR results and enriched High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) opportunities, empowers students to excel academically and personally.
Supported by a team of highly experienced teachers, we challenge each learner to achieve their personal best and foster a lifelong passion for learning.
Innovative STEM and enrichment opportunities
Our strong ties with universities and specialist partners deliver exciting STEM programs, including an on-site astronomy observatory. Coupled with advanced classes like Accelerated Mathematics and enrichment in Creative and Performing Arts, we foster the talents of all students, including high potential and gifted learners.
Tailored support and wellbeing for every learner
Prairiewood High School’s Wellbeing Faculty provides dedicated support to nurture mental health, resilience, and essential life skills.
Through tailored lessons, individual and group counselling, workshops, and peer mentoring programs, we help every student build meaningful connections, overcome challenges, and thrive both academically and personally in a safe and supportive environment.
Welcome to Prairiewood High School
Per Ardua - Through Striving
We are a partially selective high school proudly serving our Prairiewood community. We provide a high-quality education for students in Years 7 to 12, with opportunities for every student to thrive, including high-potential and gifted students. Join our school today!
Principal's message
Welcome to Prairiewood High School. As Principal and an educator with 30 years of experience, I am excited to be part of this vibrant community. Having taught at five schools before joining Prairiewood High School, I believe that education is about more than just lessons—it’s about inspiring students, building connections, and fostering a lifelong love of learning.
At Prairiewood High School, we recognise the incredible potential in every student. While education continues to evolve with new technologies and approaches, our commitment to supporting and guiding each learner remains unwavering. Our experienced staff value academic excellence and strong connections with the community.
I warmly welcome you to discover what makes Prairiewood High School a vibrant, diverse, and high-achieving school, where our students can grow, succeed, and thrive.
Christine Roberts, Principal of Prairiewood High School
What our families say
"We chose Prairiewood High School because of its strong academic results, supportive teachers and welcoming school community. Our daughter has had so many opportunities to develop her leadership skills, achieve academically and celebrate her culture through the diverse programs on offer.
The teachers consistently go the extra mile to support her learning, provide feedback and encourage her to do her best. We’ve seen her grow in confidence, knowledge and independence, and we’re so pleased to see her thrive at Prairiewood High School." - Lily, mother of a student at Prairiewood High School.
Quick links
Selective stream
Experience the opportunities that help every student thrive and reach their potential.
Transitions
Discover how Prairiewood High School supports students with practical career experiences, pathways and opportunities to confidently plan their future.
Duke of Ed
See how students build confidence, leadership and life skills through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Careers
Find out how students are supported with careers, scholarships and pathways to their future.
Student Success
Celebrate the achievements of our students and see how they’re reaching their goals, building confidence and creating bright futures.
International students
Learn how international students thrive through academic opportunities, personalised support and a welcoming school community.
Prairiewood High School is inspiring excellence
We inspire excellence by supporting every student to achieve their personal best through high-quality teaching, tailored wellbeing programs, and outstanding enrichment opportunities.
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