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Shoalhaven High School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Shoalhaven High School is a government secondary school in Nowra, NSW, for Years 7–12. It had 610 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Shoalhaven High School

Nowra, NSW 2541

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
610
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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Dedicated to nurturing students and fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The school's motto emphasises the commitment to enabling every student to reach their full potential through diverse educational programs and a supportive community. Values of inclusivity and excellence guide the exceptional learning experiences provided to each student.

School Overview

Key information about Shoalhaven High School

School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments610
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:9.1
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments610
Teacher–student ratio1:9.1
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.06392021: 597 students · Years 7–1220212022: 628 students · Years 7–1220222023: 639 students · Years 7–1220232024: 634 students · Years 7–1220242025: 610 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
323(53%)
Girls
287(47%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
4%
English only
96%
Not stated
0%

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Shoalhaven High School

60 Park Rd, Nowra NSW 2541

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