Year 12

In Year 12, students begin the Preliminary stage of the Higher School Certificate (HSC). They complete a minimum of 12 units of study, which must continue until the end of Week 2, Term 4, when their final HSC pattern of study is confirmed.

Some students also undertake School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs) or VET courses, which must have been applied for during Year 10 subject selections. The Record of School Achievement (RoSA) remains available to students who leave prior to completing Year 12.

Senior students also begin using the Senior Learning Centre (SLC), located on the upper level of the Library. Study periods (not free periods) are spent in this space, supported by the Head Teacher Secondary Studies - Mr Keath, Toni Pearce, and Kylie Woods, who form part of the Senior Support Team. .

Year Adviser

Ms Meg Salter

Deputy Principal

Mr Darren Mitton

Key Contacts & Communication Channels

The people and channels below can assist students and families throughout the year.
Please contact your child’s class teacher first for class-specific questions or concerns.

· Year Adviser: Ms Meg Salter – first contact for general enquiries or wellbeing concerns. The Year Adviser can also refer to the Learning Support Team if additional assistance is required.

· Deputy Principal: Mr Darren Mitten – oversees and supports all aspects of the year group’s learning and wellbeing needs.

· Class Teachers: find your child’s teachers via their timetable on Sentral for subject-specific enquiries or concerns.

· Administration Office: attendance, absence explanations, exemption forms, school fees, and general enquiries.

· Further assistance is available through the Wellbeing Hub, Learning Support Team, and Careers Office.
Classroom teachers make reasonable adjustments within lessons to support individual learning needs. Where a student requires or is eligible for additional assistance, this is coordinated through the Learning Support Team (LST) in consultation with staff and families. Visit the Learning Support page for more information.

If you’re unsure who to contact, the Administration Office can direct your enquiry to the right person. Contact us

Important Dates

Key dates for Year 12 are listed below. A full overview of school-wide events is available on the Whole-School Dates and Events page.

Learn about our key assessments and dates.

Important Dates
Event	Date	Notes
Parent Information Evening	Term 1 Week 3	Mini Hall – Slides will be uploaded
Preliminary Examinations	Term 3 Weeks 8–9	Assessment block timetable released in advance
Year 11 Wellbeing Activity	Term 3 Week 10	Typically Toboggan Park trip following exams
Prefect Selection Process	Terms 2–3	Captain announcements in Term 4
HSC Coursework Commences	Term 4 Week 1	Students begin HSC studies
Semester One Report	Term 2, Week 10	Distributed electronically via Sentral Parent Portal
Semester Two Reports	Term 4, Week 10	Distributed electronically via Sentral Parent Portal

For all additional or whole-school events such as Green Day, special assemblies, NAIDOC, ROSE Awards, and other community celebrations, visit the Whole-School Dates and Events page.

Dates for smaller excursions or subject-based activities will be shared through SchoolBytes, with individual permission notes.Further details about major events already listed above will also be distributed through SchoolBytes and the school newsletter Short Takes.

Curriculum Structure & Learning Timeline

Curriculum Structure and Learning Timeline

Year 11 students undertake a minimum of 12 units as part of the Preliminary HSC program. Courses include English (mandatory), Mathematics, and a range of electives chosen through the Year 10 subject selection process.

For detailed subject descriptions and assessment information, refer to the Year 12 Course and Assessment Handbook (PDF).

Students have six lessons per day on a fortnightly timetable (accessible via Sentral).

Senior students are encouraged to manage independent study effectively, using study periods within the Senior Learning Centre to review notes, plan assessments, and complete coursework.

Assessment tasks are scheduled progressively across the year to support learning and to develop familiarity with HSC-style assessment requirements. A detailed overview, including due dates and policies, is available in the Assessment Information section below.

Assessment Information

Assessment in Year 12 is based on Preliminary HSC course outcomes and requirements set by NESA.

The Year 12 Course and Assessment Handbook (PDF) outlines task schedules, weightings, and key policies on submission, late work, and academic integrity.

If a student is absent or unable to complete a task due to illness or misadventure, they should complete an Illness/Misadventure Form, available on their Year 112 Canvas page. Supporting documentation (such as a medical certificate) should be submitted promptly.

Applications for Years 10–12 are managed by the Deputy Principal, Mr Grant Godfrey.

Assessment results and feedback are provided through Canvas and Sentral, allowing students and families to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

HSC Pathway and Support Requirements

Further information and detailed procedures are available in the Year 12 Course and Assessment Handbook (PDF)..

HSC Eligibility and Pattern of Study Students must study a minimum of 12 units during the Preliminary (Year 11) course. These subjects continue until the end of Week 2, Term 4, when NESA requires confirmation of each student’s intended HSC pattern of study. After this point, students may review their pattern in consultation with the Head Teacher Secondary Studies Mr Keath and the Deputy Principal, ensuring all HSC requirements are met.

Disability Provisions for the HSC Students who may require disability provisions for their Year 12 HSC examinations should begin this process during Year 11 if they have not already done so in Year 10. Applications are coordinated through the Learning and Support Team (LST) and the Deputy Principal, with supporting documentation required from medical or allied health professionals. Early preparation ensures NESA-approved provisions are in place for both the HSC and, where appropriate, school-based assessments in Year 12.

Excursions & Wellbeing Activities

Excursions and Wellbeing Activities

Excursions and wellbeing activities support student connection, leadership, and balance throughout senior study.

Wellbeing Activity (Term 3, Week 10): Typically a trip to Toboggan Park following the Preliminary exams.

Leadership Development: Prefect selection and leadership preparation occur throughout Terms 2 and 3.

Study and Transition Sessions: Focused on managing workload, wellbeing, and maintaining balance through senior study.

All event details are communicated via SchoolBytes, assemblies, and Short Takes..

Useful Links

Useful links

Our school has a number of links that can be accessed by students, parents, staff and members of the community.

Student Links

Links for students to access student resources:

Parent Links

Resources and links for parents:

Parent Sentral access
Parent CANVAS access
CANVAS- Instructions for Parents to Pair with Student
Parent SchoolBytes access
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
School Opal Card
NSW Anti-bullying Website

Downloadable Forms ( Under Constuction )

Application for Extended Leave
Application for Refund
Change of Details
Financial Assisstance

Staff Links

These links are for staff only:

Staff Sentral access

SchoolBytes

Canvas

Edval

Sharepoint