Education

Since opening its doors in 2022, Blue Gum Community School has provided Hornsby families with an alternative to old-fashioned, rigid education systems. By trading traditional ranking scales and uniforms for intimate student-teacher ratios and deep concepts, the unique primary and preschool environment is teaching local children how to innovate, collaborate,...

A profound twenty-year study tracking 10,000 children via the Australian Institute of Family Studies has delivered an unmistakable directive to teachers and school leaders. Active school belonging and classroom connection are far more than soft educational metrics—they act as a vital, proven preventative tool, directly associated with a substantial drop...

Get ready, Pennant Hills! The Pennant Hills High School Carnival returns on Saturday, June 27, marking the highlight of the school’s major 60th Anniversary celebrations. Expect an incredible community milestone packed with thrill rides, local artisan markets, live performances, a fleet of food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks finale lighting...

Principal Jill McLachlan shares how Blue Gum Community School is redefining education in Hornsby. With small class sizes and a focus on curiosity and deep thinking, this school offers a refreshing alternative for local families.

Northern Sydney Highway Patrol and HART St Ives launched the "Lights On" initiative to prevent road trauma. This free event allowed young drivers to log official night hours and practice driving in a controlled circuit without traffic stress.

Marian Street Theatre for Young People (MSTYP) celebrated Youth Week with a series of creative workshops at East Lindfield. The program encouraged local teenagers to take bold steps through improv and Direct engagement with acclaimed theatre makers.

Celebrating nearly 40 years of service to the Upper North Shore, Pacific Berowra Christian School continues to provide a vibrant learning environment where students are encouraged to thrive through specialist programs and dedicated care.

In a major win for local public education, Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, and Asquith High Schools have been recognized by the Department of Education as statewide leaders in HSC improvement and academic growth.

For 40 years, Pacific Berowra Christian School has been "growing hearts and minds" in our local community. With a rich curriculum featuring specialist teachers in STEM and Mandarin, find out how this school nurtures character and curiosity in every student.

Recently released HSC results have revealed the top-ranking schools for 2025. For another year, North Sydney Boys High School has ranked first, keeping their place as the top school in the state. Other local North Shore schools landed a spot in the highest-ranking list. North Sydney Girls High School ranked 4th....