Why choose us?
Cowra High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Comprehensive, Coed Secondary School in Cowra. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: Through quality teaching, Cowra High School seeks to prepare students to fulfil their potential and pursue excellence in all fields of endeavour.
We value culture and positive self-worth to empower students to lead purposeful lives by contributing to local and global communities to succeed in a dynamic world.
We strive to provide a holistic and inclusive education for all learners by fostering resilience and creating curious, confident, respectful and responsible life-long learners.
Contact us to find out if Cowra High School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
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Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in Cowra, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
"We love our school for its supportive community and commitment to every student’s success. Our child feels safe and inspired every day.” — a parent of Cowra High School
What we can offer your child
This exciting journey for our Triple O Sports Program began in 2024, supported by RAD Gym. With its Mantra to Overcome, Overtake and Overpower, the program is set to elevate our aspiring High Performance Sporting Stars across a multitude of sporting disciplines. Our 2024 intake have seen elite athletes selected from a range of sports including Athletics, Squash and Rugby League.
For more information on our Triple O HPGE Sports Program, please visit High potential and gifted education
- Wagambirra Dance group
- Girri Girri
- Wiradjuri Language
For more information on our Aboriginal programs, please visit Aboriginal Programs
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- participation in a range of competitions
- success in life beyond school
- active community members
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- a wide variety of subjects.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- celebrating Harmony Day
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
Stories and highlights
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.
Policies and reports
Discover our local school policies, reports and plans.