Education

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.

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....

Fifteen Ku-ring-gai High School students have celebrated their graduation from the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Secondary Schools Cadet Program, marking the end of an intensive nine-week course that built both firefighting and life skills. The Year 9 students were presented with certificates at a special ceremony at the school, with RFS...

Public school students across northern Sydney are taking an active role in shaping the future of education through the newly established Metropolitan North District Representative Council. Spanning suburbs from the Northern Beaches to the Nepean River, the council gives students from primary and secondary schools the opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and influence educational...

With 25 years of teaching experience, Ms Peta Holmes has seen many HSC. Since joining Loreto Normanhurst in 2023, she has helped local students navigate their senior year. As the Class of 2026 begins their HSC, Ms Holmes shares her insights for what students can expect, how to manage the year...