Greenwood Senior High School Information

In a caring community, Greenwood Senior High School is committed to providing progressive and relevant educational programs during which students are encouraged to excel, discover themselves and map their progress in the modern world.

LOCATION

Greenwood Senior High School is a modern, well established secondary school situated in a quiet suburb 17 kms north of the Perth CBD and adjoining West Greenwood Primary School.

The High School is well serviced by the Warwick, Greenwood and Whitfords railway and bus stations. The bus stop is adjacent to the school’s entrance. Major shopping centres of Warwick and Whitfords are easily accessible and provide cinemas, food halls, cafes and major retail outlets. Many recreational sporting and cultural facilities are close to the school.


DESCRIPTION

Greenwood Senior High School is a clean, safe, spacious, middle sized school located on a grassy five hectare site among stands of restful native trees. Having an Intensive English Centre on campus (which draws students from all over the world), mainstream students are used to mixing with international students and are aware of their aspirations and needs.

There is, therefore, an atmosphere of care and concern in the student body for
recently arrived students. For thirty years the school has had a bilateral relationship
with Japanese schools in Kagoshima leading to student exchange programs. As well, scores of exchange students from all over the world have enjoyed augmenting theireducation at Greenwood SHS.

The school has been refurbished recently to accommodate a modern Student Services Centre and Administration Block as well as the Intensive English Centre.

Modern facilities available include networked mini laboratories and integrated internet/intranet networks using wireless technology; large well equipped hall/gymnasium; automated library and modern canteen as well as specialist facilities for Art, Dance, Music (including a recording studio), Design and Technology, Drama, Computing, Media and Photography.

Extensive playing fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a swimming pool are available to students who have the opportunity to be involved in a range of co-curricular sporting programs, excursions, interstate and overseas visits. Teams compete in interschool contests in volleyball, athletics, swimming, football, soccer, cricket, netball and basketball. Such sports are designed to foster healthy lifestyles, personal discipline and teamwork.

The school’s program has a strong focus on co-curricular activities related to the arts, in which students participate in school drama productions, dance competitions and eisteddfods.

Also a Police Rangers unit operates in the school which is designed to promote student life skills, discipline and leadership development.

Judged on external exam results and Curriculum Council awards the school has an excellent academic record and provides a wide range of challenging courses which may lead to either university entrance in courses such as engineering, education, science, law, commerce and architecture or to TAFE admission to such courses as
hospitality, art and design, photography, surveying, childcare, tourism, and engineering.

The school has rigorous Mathematics, Science, English and Social Science programs that cater well for students of all ability levels. Staff members have extensive experience in their fields of expertise, and, while demanding rigour in student work, exhibit a caring and patient attitude toward students. The Principal of the school was a finalist in the Principal of the Year competition in 2006 and his leadership has sharpened the school’s vision, cohesion and professionalism.

A well developed Vocational Education and Training program is available to students to ease their transition from school to work. Structured Workplace Learning enables students to experience the world of work while still at school. Another successful program is the TAFE Access Program where students can study for industry qualifications. In addition, students can enrol in School Apprentice Link, School Based Traineeships and Industry Partnership Programs. A well resourced and staffed Careers Centre is available to enable students to move into a career that best rewards their strengths.


LANGUAGES TAUGHT

Japanese and French (Years 8 and 9)


SPECIAL PROGRAMS

These programs are available to international fee paying Students. Interested students should contact the school for information about application procedures.

• Aviation (Years 8 to 12) designed to engender an interest in flight and lead to further studies at a tertiary level. Facilities at Jandakot Airport are used and students may be able to gain a private pilot licence.
• Volleyball (Years 8 to 12) designed to develop student skills to potentially state and national levels. Coaching, umpiring and leadership skills are fostered also.
• Music (Years 8 to 12) designed to expose students to many styles of music and provide opportunity for public performance. Tuition in a range of instruments is also available.
• Dance (Years 8 to 12) designed to heighten awareness of the different genres of dance and provide opportunities for public performance and development of choreographic skills.
• Academic Extension (Years 8 to 12) designed to accelerate progress in Mathematics, English, Science and Social Sciences for more able students.
• VET Program (Years 11 and 12) designed to enable students to combine school based courses with TAFE programs while participating in structured workplace learning.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

The school has an Intensive English Centre which caters for up to 130 students across Years 8 to 10 who need to develop their English skills and gain confidence in their assimilation into the broader Australian society.

Under the tutelage of 13 teachers, who have specialist qualifications and wide ranging experience, students are able to study for up to two semesters before entering mainstream classes where further support is available from teachers with ESL qualifications. Students are also supported by nine ethnic assistants who speak a variety of languages including Chinese, Vietnamese and Arabic.


STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

The comprehensive student support team consists of a Student Services Manager, Nurse, Psychologist, Chaplain, Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer and Year
Coordinators. To provide continuity of care, Year Coordinators normally have oversight of students’ well-being over their five years at school. The IEC staff members have special understanding of the educational, social and economic issues
related to overseas students.

During Years 11 and 12, selected staff individually mentor students’ progress. At timely intervals the school provides instruction on study skills, exam preparation and general personal management. The school is committed to involving parents in the life of the school and to providing comprehensive feedback to parents about student progress. International students have their own coordinator as part of
the IFPS program.

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