North Sydney Boys High School
EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION IN BOYS’ EDUCATION
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Camaraderie Commitment Compassion Integrity Respect
NORTH SYDNEY BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
Principal’s Address
Brian Ferguson
Welcome to North Sydney Boys High School. For over a century, we’ve been dedicated to nurturing the talents and potential of our students.
North Sydney Boys High School is the top ranking High School for boys in NSW. We pride ourselves on a diverse curriculum and co-curricular programs that allow each boy to explore and develop his interests and strengths within a supportive and inclusive environment.
Our boys benefit from learning alongside likeminded peers, supported by expert teachers, a strong and cohesive school community, and most importantly, each other. We continue the proud tradition of providing a holistic education to our boys.
Our mission is simple: preparing young men for the future. And this is supported through the Falcon Code.
Camaraderie, Commitment, Compassion, Integrity, and Respect. These values are not just words; they’re a way of life at North Sydney Boys High School. In the classroom, our boys embody these values by making meaningful contributions to group work and encouraging their peers. They challenge themselves to persevere and improve, and they’re willing to learn from their mistakes.
It’s about teamwork, commitment, and doing everything with maximum effort and heart. Our boys display sportsmanship, honour the rules, and wear their uniforms with pride.
Our boys are kind to others, behave ethically, and are respectable members of the community. It’s all about proactively including peers and embracing differences.
Our state-of-the-art facilities, including our library, science labs and creative arts centre symbolise our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in boy’s education.
Our students are at the heart of everything we do. We create an environment where every boy feels safe, nurtured, and supported. Our school enjoys a strong, positive reputation in the community and our students are proud to be a North Sydney boy.
We’re more than just a school; we’re a community, a family, and a place where young men thrive. We look forward to welcoming your child into our community of excellence and innovation.
Curriculum
The curriculum offered at North Sydney Boys High School is carefully designed to meet the needs of gifted and talented boys. It is continually reviewed and improved to meet the ever changing needs of our students.
At North Sydney Boys we understand talented boys. Our boys have exceptional talents in a range of areas and this creates and demands a unique teaching and learning environment; one that promotes challenge and creativity.
As a school community, we aim to develop the gifts of each student, so he can realise his potential. We build on our students’ initiative, interests and learning needs and encourage them to persevere in their endeavours.
At North Sydney Boys, we offer a curriculum which is broad and taught in a method appropriate to gifted and talented students.
Bright students strive for and develop a deep knowledge of each subject. As our students typically progress through a syllabus faster, there is considerable opportunity to explore the subject area and pursue extension based activities.
Classes challenge and encourage higher order thinking and advanced problem solving. Our students thrive on such challenges and our teachers are accustomed to designing and
delivering their subject area in such a manner. For students seeking extra challenge, students in Years 9 and 10 have the opportunity to undertake HSC courses in Enterprise Computing.
Our students in Years 11 and 12 study English at the Advanced level. Extension English, Languages, Maths, History and Music are also offered in Years 11 and 12 for students seeking further challenge beyond the standard courses.
Outside of the classroom, students have a breadth of opportunity open to them through the enrichment programs offered in every subject. Competitions, challenges, workshops, camps, extension classes, performance showcases and Olympiad training all offer opportunity to further develop a boy’s understanding in a subject.
Creative and performing arts students have many opportunities at school and also enjoy the benefits of state education activities through the Department of Education’s Arts Unit, including ensembles and State Music and Drama camps.
We also offer co-curricular programs for students to explore their interests and develop their strengths. The co-curricular activities are designed for gifted and talented students.
‘We understand talented boys’
english
The study of English at North Sydney Boys High School is creative, exciting and intellectually inspiring. English from Stage 4 to Stage 6 includes the study of literature from a range of genres, forms and contexts with students studying classical and contemporary literature, visual texts and film. Through their study of English, students develop creative and critical thinking skills emerging as confident verbal and written communicators. Students are encouraged to experiment with, and test, their ideas and their expression. The study of English develops a love of literature and a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. It should be challenging and enjoyable and encourage students to become lifelong learners and collaborators.
The English Faculty consists of a dedicated team who provide a positive, inclusive and challenging environment suited to the needs of students at North Sydney Boys High School. The faculty brings an enthusiasm for new and innovative pedagogical approaches combined with many years of experience to the classroom.
English is mandatory in NSW for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 with the complexity increasing throughout the Stages. In English students learn to engage with how meaning is shaped, conveyed and interpreted. In Year 11 and Year 12 at North Sydney Boys High School all students study the English Advanced course. Students may elect to study:
English Extension 1 (in Year 11)
English Extension 2 (in Year 12)
The English Faculty also runs debating and public speaking with our students entered into the Premier’s Debating Challenge and the Premier’s Speaking Competition. Debating and public speaking are also an integral part of the junior course of study and these skills are thus embedded into our Stage 4 and Stage 5 programs.
Mathematics
We encourage the boys to develop strong mathematical thinking so they can appreciate mathematics as an essential and relevant part of life. Through Inquiry, problem solving, reasoning and reflection, the boys undertake creative and challenging study. We offer courses and programs designed to meet the needs of each student. In the junior years all students study mathematics leading to stage 5.3 (previously known as Advanced). In Year 11 students’ study Mathematics Advanced or Mathematics Extension and in Year 12 they can choose to study Mathematics Advanced, Mathematics Extension 1 or Mathematics Extension 2.
At North Sydney Boys, Maths is different.
- We compact the program by teaching the Stage 4 content at a faster pace than in most schools.
- Time gained through compaction is used to provide students with a significant amount of extension and enrichment.
- Most topics are offered with supplementary extension and enrichment content - some mandatory, some optional.
Enrichment at North Sydney Boys
Maths Enrichment has two components: Maths competitions
Enrichment programs
Mathematics competitions:
Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT) , Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC), Australian Intermediate Mathematics Olympiad(AIMO), Australian Mathematical Olympiad Committee(AMOC) and The International Mathematics Tournament of Towns.
Enrichment programs:
Maths Enrichment program runs each year from April to October.
The Maths Enrichment takes place over 12–16 weeks in Term 2 and Term 3. Students receive a Student Notes book which provides a structured course and exercises in new areas of mathematics. This book is a valuable resource. After working through each chapter, there is a set problem to solve. These are presented in the Student Problems book containing eight to 16 problems, dependent on the stage. Students are required to present written solutions to as many of these problems as they can. The problems are challenging and require time and persistence.
Euler Program - All Year 7 classes.
Gauss Program - Year 8 Falcon Class- Mr Eric Lin
Noether Program - Year 9 Falcon class - Mr Chris Berry
Polya Program - Year 10 Falcon class- Dr Natasa Vranesevic
Science
Science is mandatory for all students from Year 7 to Year 10.
Through the study of science, students develop knowledge of scientific concepts and ideas about the living and non-living world. Students gain an increased understanding about the unique nature and development of scientific knowledge, the use of science and its influence on society, and the relationship between science and technology.
Students actively engage individually and in teams in scientific inquiry. They use the processes of Working Scientifically to plan and conduct investigations. Students develop their understanding of scientific ideas and concepts, and their skills in critical thinking and problem-solving.
The boys’ learning is supported by an extensive program of hands-on practical investigation, demonstrations, collaborative activities, research, information technology, excursions, incursions, competitions and guest speakers. Many of our teachers have professional experience as scientists having worked in the areas of environmental science geology, computer science, and chemistry. In Years 11 and 12, students can choose from different science disciplines, including: Biology, Chemistry, Investigating Science and Physics. At NSBHS students can choose to study a maximum of two science subjects in Year 11 and 12.
CAPA
Creative and Performing Arts students are encouraged to pursue their creative side in the fields of Music, Drama and Visual Arts. Our boys develop confidence and valuable communication skills as they learn to express themselves in a variety of performing and visual media. Music and Visual Arts are studied by all Year 7 students and Drama is offered from Year 8. I
In the senior years, students have the option of Music 1 and 2, and Music Extension, Drama and Visual Arts. An extensive performance and exhibition schedule encourages our students to pursue excellence and hone their creativity.
TAS
The Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) faculty at North Sydney Boys High School aims to provide students with exposure to real-world problem solving experiences in a variety of contexts. Through their study over six years, students gain an awareness of how appropriate solutions can be developed to respond to specific global and environmental needs. The dedicated TAS staff pride themselves on developing curiosity, critical thinking and organisational and collaborative skills in their students. The broad TAS curriculum facilitates the development of practical competencies in a range of fields, including, but not limited to graphic design, software design and development, culinary arts, computer aided manufacturing (CAM), fabrication, mechatronics, and project management.
Students of Year 7 and 8 study Technology Mandatory, which provides an introduction to design thinking through the completion of a range of practical projects encompassing wood, metal and plastic technologies, food and agriculture, coding, electronics and engineered systems.
In Year 9 and 10 students have the opportunity to select specialty subjects in an area of interest. Courses offered include Design and Technology, Food Technology, Graphics Technology, Industrial Technology - Engineering and iSTEM (Integrated Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
Students can also apply to study Enterprise Computing, which is run as an accelerated Stage 6 course. In this subject, students undergo their preliminary study in Year 9 and complete their HSC by the end of Year 10.
Year 11 and 12 students can continue to refine their specialty knowledge and practical skills as they choose between Design and Technology, Engineering Studies and Software Engineering. Each HSC course on offer provides a strong foundation for future tertiary studies.
The North Sydney Boys High School TAS faculty also offers a range of co-curricular activities to supplement the subjects offered and to enrich the learning experience of students from Year 7 to 12.
Students of the TAS faculty have access to outstanding facilities and equipment, including several context specific workshops, computer labs, a commercial grade kitchen, continually updated robotics resources and a variety of CAM technologies including 3D printers, a laser cutter and a CNC milling machine..
Languages
Through the study of languages, students improve their literacy skills and develop their communication and interpersonal skills. They develop a sense of intercultural awareness and an understanding of the values of different cultures. There is also an increasing demand in the job market for bilingual and multilingual professionals.
At North Sydney boys we proudly offer five languages through to HSC level, one of the few New South Wales schools to do so. The languages offered are German, French, Indonesian, Japanese and Latin. In Year 7, the students study each of the five languages for eight weeks before deciding which language they will continue for their mandatory 100-hour study in Year 8. In the modern languages, students are taught to communicate through interacting, understanding and responding to written and aural texts and creating written and spoken texts. In Latin, students learn how to explore Roman society through their language. At HSC level, we offer the Continuers courses as well as the Extension course in all five languages, and we have a history of outstanding HSC results.
Resources used in the classroom include authentic online and printed texts, textbooks, online programs and YouTube videos as well as online vocabulary and grammar apps.
Students are extended and challenged through excursions and incursions as well as our popular language clubs and senior speaking tutors. Overseas excursions allow students to immerse themselves in both the language and culture. We have a long standing relationship with Kokusai Metropolitan High School in Japan and have also run excursions to New Caledonia and Europe.
HSIE
In today’s rapidly changing world, it is crucial for young minds to develop a deep understanding of the societies and environments they inhabit. At North Sydney Boys High School, the Human Society in its Environment (HSIE) Faculty is dedicated to nurturing this understanding in students. This faculty offers a diverse range of subjects that delve into the study of people, cultures, societies, and environments in different places and times. From the junior years, where students explore the fundamentals of Geography, History, and Commerce, to the senior years, where they can choose from a broader spectrum of subjects, such as Ancient History, Modern History, Geography, Business Studies, Legal Studies and Economics; the HSIE Faculty aims to empower students to become informed and engaged citizens who can contribute positively to their communities and the world.
The Foundation: Junior Years
In the junior years, the HSIE Faculty lays the foundation for students’ exploration of human society in its environment. This period is a vital stage in a student’s educational journey, as it introduces them to key concepts and critical thinking skills that are fundamental for the senior years and beyond.
History: Students study significant historical events, figures, and their consequences. They delve into ancient civilisations, world wars, and the rise of empires, developing a critical perspective on the past and its impact on the present.
Geography: Students explore topics like climate change, landforms, ecosystems, and the impact of human activity on the planet. They learn to analyse data, create maps, and draw connections between geography and various global issues, such as sustainability and resource management.
Commerce: Students explore topics like supply and demand, entrepreneurship, the stock market, and global trade. This subject equips them with essential financial literacy skills and an understanding of the business world, which are valuable in today’s interconnected economies.
History Elective: Students study dynamic topics such as Heroes and Villians, the history of Terrorism, the British Raj, Ancient Greece, myths, contemporary geopolitics, the history of film, assassinations and conspiracies.
Diversity in Senior Years
As students progress to senior years, the HSIE Faculty offers an array of subjects to choose from, depending on their interests and career aspirations. These subjects provide a deeper exploration of various aspects of human society in its environment.
Ancient History: This subject is a fascinating journey into the past, focusing on ancient civilisations like Greece, Rome, and Egypt. Students explore the cultural, political, and social aspects of these societies, gaining insights into the roots of contemporary civilisation.
Modern History: Modern History delves into more recent events and trends, including the World Wars, the Cold War, and the impact of revolutions. Students develop a deep understanding of the 20th century and its profound influence on the world today.
Legal Studies: Legal Studies equips students with knowledge of the legal system, civil rights, and justice. They explore topics like criminal law, human rights, and the functioning of legal institutions. This subject prepares students for careers in law and fosters a sense of justice and civic responsibility.
Business Studies: Business Studies is a practical subject that teaches students about the business world, entrepreneurship, marketing, and strategic planning. Students gain essential skills for pursuing careers in business, economics, and management.
Economics: Economics is the study of how societies allocate resources and make decisions about production, consumption, and distribution. Students explore topics like market structures, economic policy, and global economic issues, helping them grasp the complexities of the modern economy.
History Extension: Students extend their knowledge of the Modern and Ancient curriculum by considering historiography, the ways in which history is crafted and written. Along with case studies of historians from Herodotus to figures of the modern age such as Margaret Thatcher, students work on an independent research paper to reconstruct history.
Holistic Learning and Real-World Experiences
The HSIE faculty has designed a comprehensive excursion program that includes fieldwork and specialised site visits, providing students with hands-on experiences to enhance their learning. These excursions often align with the subjects being studied, allowing students to see theoretical concepts in action.
Additionally, a variety of extension activities and extracurricular opportunities are available for students who want to further expand their knowledge and skills in the HSIE field. These activities include academic competitions, debate clubs, and community service projects that encourage students to apply what they’ve learned to real-world scenarios.
Through a combination of classroom instruction, experiential learning, and extension activities, students are encouraged and well-prepared to think critically, analyse complex issues, and develop solutions to the challenges facing our world today with informed and engaged minds.
Pdhpe
All students study Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE). The North Sydney Boys School community is committed to the students’ emotional, social and physical health and the study of PDHPE in Years 7 to 10 delivers and develops important skills and knowledge in this area.
In Years 9 and 10, students can study Physical Activity and Sports Studies (PASS) as an elective subject. The PASS course gives students a broad view of physical activity and the many ways in which individuals can build activity in their lifestyles, alongside skills in coaching, event management, decision making and teamwork.
In Years 11 and 12, students can elect to study PDHPE, which involves students learning about and practising ways of maintaining active healthy lifestyles and improving their health within a social and scientific context.
Support unit
North Sydney Boys High School has a Support Unit for students with disabilities (Autism).
As North Sydney Boys High School is a fully selective school, support students are taught in discrete classes and are not fully integrated into the academic program of the school. Support students do participate in whole-school events such as carnivals, co-curricular projects, extra-curricular activities, integrated sport and camps.
Support Unit students are an integral and important part of the Student Representative Council (SRC) and several other leadership groups.
CO-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT CAPA
Over the years, the number of co-curricular and enrichment programs has expanded and diversified here at North Sydney Boys High School, offering students the opportunity to learn and grow outside the classroom. These activities support student wellbeing, enhance collaborative skills, enrich academic performance and build social awareness.
Students have represented the school in national events, enhancing their learning experience while developing critical soft skills to excel beyond the school environment. Student voice and teacher collaboration has been key to these programs’ success and are vital in shaping the future of co-curricular and enrichment activities.
Students are continuously encouraged to excel in CAPA subjects which are facilitated through co-curricular and enrichment initiatives. This includes the CAPA concert band, choir & vocal ensemble, symphonic winds and symphonic orchestra, percussion ensemble and visual arts initiatives. Students are encouraged to pursue and further develop their artistic and creative talents by participating in state, national and international performances and exhibitions.
CO-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT STEM
North Sydney Boys High School’s co-curricular and enrichment programs work hand-inhand in nurturing student’s capacity to engage with STEM subjects. The Computational and Algorithmic Thinking and Australian Mathematics Trust enrichment programs expand students’ mathematical abilities beyond the curriculum, while the TAS coding programs and science Olympiads challenge students to explore and discover new passions. Student-led peer tutoring programs in STEM subjects seek to develop strong interrelationships between students, while supporting academic excellence. Understanding the dynamic nature of the workforce and the growing demands for proficiency in these areas, demonstrates the importance of continuously exposing our students to varying STEM environments through these initiatives.
CO-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT Sport
Outside of academics, sports is incredibly important at North Sydney Boys High School. Our school is a member of the Nepean Zone Sports Association and is a top contender in many areas, giving students the opportunity to compete in Sydney North Regional teams with further opportunities for representation at Combined High School (CHS) events. Some students also compete in national and international sporting competitions and the school is proud to field teams in a number of State Knockout competitions and other events, including the annual Crawford Shield tournament between North Sydney Boys and Melbourne High School. The three carnivals, Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics are major events on the school calendar. Students compete in their houses to win points for their teams and placements into Zone carnivals.
To ensure physical activity and fitness is an integrated aspect of our school culture, students in Years 7-11 also participate in grade, recreational or school sport each week on Wednesday afternoons. The PDHPE faculty are responsible for the delivery of sport at the school and are supported by the teaching staff to ensure that sport and physical activity play a key role in the lives of all students.
ON SITE FACILITIES:
- State of the art Indoor Multipurpose Gym
- Outdoor Futsal Courts
- Cricket Court
- Basketball Courts
- Tennis Courts
- Outdoor Workout Area
- Outdoor Table Tennis Tables
CO-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT clubs
Our school offers a range of opportunities for students to showcase their talents and passions through a variety of social clubs and societies being made available during, before and after school. Frequent club expositions are held to promote these clubs in hopes of enriching our inclusive culture so that students across the school engage and strive for their individual interests and passions. These clubs are all exhibited at LEAP, our annual club expo, where students are exposed to the multitude of clubs that they are able to sign up for.
CLUBS THAT ARE OFFERED:
Anime Club
Aviation Club
Business Society
Cars Club
Chess Club
Cinema Club
Drawing Club
Engineering Club
Feel Good Friday
Fitness Club
Forum Club Anime Club
German Club
History Club
ISCF Prayer
Paper Craft Club
Philosophy Club
Photography Club
Planted Aquarium Club
Problem Solving Club
Robotics Club
Sewing Club
Software Development Club
LEADERSHIP COMMITTEES
Student contributions and student voice are highly valued and encouraged in order to assist in shaping the direction of our school, as we recognise its significance in personal growth for students and their peers. Student voice and leadership opportunities both in and outside of school add to the rich culture of North Sydney Boys High School and maximise the capacity of our incredible students.
Senior Leadership Council
The SLC is our premier leadership group and is made up of the Captain, Vice-Captain and prefects, all of whom hold portfoliobased positions, uniting the existing causes and addressing other areas of importance across the school.
The SLC consists of 20 Year 12 students across nine unique portfolio areas, including Communications & Public Relations, SRC, P&C, Sport, Arts, Community Service, Social Justice, Environment, Student Wellbeing, and Enrichment.
The SLC are responsible for the majority of school-wide events and initiatives such as the Walkathon, So You Think You Can Do Stuff (SYTYCDS), Leadership and Extracurricular Activities Program (LEAP), Senior Challenge, gate duties, and prefect afternoon teas held with and at other schools across metropolitan Sydney.
Student Representative Council
The Student Representative Council (SRC) serves as the student body’s voice, advocating for your interests and concerns within the school community. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where your ideas and feedback are valued and implemented to enhance the overall school experience. Moving forward, the SRC is committed to amplifying student voices through innovative whole-school events and initiatives. Our future goals include initiating impactful projects that promote student engagement and address pertinent issues affecting the school community. Additionally, the SRC will continue to organise a diverse range of activities, from social gatherings to educational initiatives, to enrich your school experience and promote a sense of belonging. We encourage active participation and leadership among students, empowering you to contribute positively to the school’s growth and development.
Charities
The Charities Committee is comprised of students who are dedicated to fostering a culture of philanthropy and civic engagement within the school. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds for a diverse array of causes, spanning from mental health advocacy to supporting underprivileged schools’ education, and beyond. Looking ahead, the committee is committed to expanding its impact by implementing innovative fundraising strategies and forging partnerships with local organisations. Our future goals include organising large-scale events and campaigns to maximise student involvement and support for charitable initiatives. Throughout the year, the Charities Committee orchestrates a multitude of events, such as mufti days and BBQs, providing students with opportunities to contribute to meaningful causes. We strive to empower students to make a positive difference in the world, one charitable act at a time.
arents & Citizens Student Committee
The Parents & Citizens Student Committee (PSC) is a newly formed committee that plays a pivotal role in fostering a strong relationship and strengthening ties between students, parents, and the wider community. We are dedicated to creating initiatives that promote collaboration and parent engagement within community events. We will advocate to serve as a liaison between students and the P&C itself to contribute to the continual development of school initiatives that will enhance students’ learning experience (including the uniform shop and canteen) and facilitate future parent or student needs. Furthermore, we wish to regularly communicate and gain feedback from parents, as well as welcome parents and community members to school events, and provide assistance where needed. We encourage all future members and contributors to actively engage in our initiatives as it will simultaneously develop your leadership skills whilst empowering you to contribute to the continual refinement of our school.
House captains
The House Captains, composed of sports enthusiasts, are committed to enhancing the physical and mental well-being of NSB students through engaging in sports activities. We organise annual sports carnivals to promote participation in various sports and raise awareness about diverse challenges individuals may face. Looking ahead, our future goals include expanding our sports initiatives to cater to a wider range of interests and abilities and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and empowered through participation in sports. We are dedicated to promoting a positive attitude towards sports and prioritising the overall well-being of NSB students throughout the year.
Social Justice
The Social Justice Committee (SJC) is dedicated to raising awareness and fostering education within the school community on issues related to discrimination, prejudice, and social inequality. Our mission is encapsulated in the phrase, “Educating those who can, to advocate for those who can’t,” driving us to empower individuals to stand up against injustice and promote equality for all. Looking forward, our goals include expanding outreach efforts to engage more students in meaningful discussions and actions addressing social justice issues locally and globally. Through collaborative initiatives and advocacy campaigns, we aim to create a more inclusive and equitable school environment while advocating for systemic change in and beyond our school environment.
Visions
The Visions Committee is a collaborative student endeavour to enrich the NSBHS community through media projects. Our flagship initiative, The 4U Paper, showcases creative and collaborative content in the school’s student magazine. Additionally, Visions Design enhances advertising capabilities for Visions and other school committees. Moving forward, our goals include engaging students and fostering a vibrant school community through diverse content and opportunities for involvement.
The Student Wellbeing Action Team (SWAT) is committed to nurturing a holistic approach to student success by prioritising their physical, mental, social, and emotional wellbeing. SWAT serves as a platform for students to collaboratively monitor and enhance student welfare, ensuring their voices are heard and valued. Moving forward, our focus is on expanding studentfocused recognition day initiatives and events to promote a culture of wellbeing within the school community. Our future goals include implementing innovative cross-school programs and workshops aimed at equipping students with the tools and resources needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle and cope with academic and personal challenges effectively. From recurring events like Feel Good Friday to larger campaigns such as the Push Up Challenge for mental health awareness and RUOK Day, SWAT endeavours to foster a supportive environment where students feel empowered to prioritise their wellbeing and support their peers in times of need.
Environment
The Environment Committee at NSBHS is pivotal in promoting environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives within the school community. Through events like Green Week and Clean Up Australia Day, we strive to educate and engage students and staff about the importance of protecting our environment. Looking ahead, our future goals include continuing impactful projects such as the Student Sweep scheme and implementing new programs such as the vertical gardens project to enhance the school’s eco-friendly infrastructure further. By expanding initiatives like our vegetable garden, greenhouse, and paper recycling program, we are dedicated to making NSBHS a model of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
student wellbeing action team
the duke of edinburgh’s international award
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a globally recognised program. Participants build their skills to equip them for life and work. The opportunities provided can play a critical role in their development. Within the program students aged 14 and over, are empowered to explore their full potential through activities that help them become highly skilled and disciplined individuals.
The award has three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold, each becoming progressively more difficult. Participants complete four sections for each level of the award:
- Voluntary Service: Participants provide services to others to become well-integrated members of the community.
- Skill: Participants can develop their existing skills in an activity or learn an entirely new skill that could be useful in the future.
- Physical Recreation: Participants are challenged to improve their physical health and fitness by playing a sport,
- Adventurous Journeys: Each level contains two adventurous journeys, one being a ‘practice’, before the second ‘qualifying’ journey, where students explore various landscapes and appreciate the environment while learning skills such as navigation, camp craft, teamwork, and resilience. As part of the journey participants must complete their level’s required number of purposeful activities like hiking, camping and swimming.
In Year 9, students will have the opportunity to enrol in the Duke of Ed Bronze award, through an external provider. In our outdoor education program, students have the option to complete the adventurous journey as part of the Year 9 camp.
In Year 10 and 11, students have the option of enrolling in the Duke of Ed Silver and Gold Award respectively. North Sydney Boys High School acts as the Awards Centre for these levels. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a camp organised through the school to complete the adventurous journey component.
ADMISSIONS
Applications for Entry in Year 7
The application process for entry into Year 7 starts in October when students are in Year 5 and is completed when students are in Year 6. All applicants must sit a placement test, which is usually held in May.
Applications for Year 7 are managed by the High Performing Students Unit (HPSU) of the NSW Department of Education. For full details, including dates and application forms, please see their website.
Applications for Entry to Years 8-11
Applications for entry to Years 8-11 for the following year open late June and close late July.
Full details, including links to application forms, will be available on our website. The applications are made directly to the school.
Entry to North Sydney Boys High School is based on the results of the entrance exam, administered by Edutest. All applicants must sit the entrance exam.
Enrolments In Support Unit
Please refer to the Student Support Program website for details on enrolments and general information about how support units operate: https://education. nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/disability-learningand-support
For enrolment questions please contact the Local Educational Services team on 131 536. For general enquiries about disability, learning and support please contact 9244 5085 or Email disability.support@det.nsw.edu.au.
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Phone Number: 02 9955 4748
School Address: 127 Falcon Street, North Sydney, NSW 2060
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