Gosford High School
Nestled in the heart of the Central Coast, Gosford High School has a proud history of academic excellence dating back to 1927. We invite you to explore our offerings and see why Gosford High School— the Central Coast’s only fully selective high school—stands out as the leading choice for public education.
Important Dates - 2026
Staff Development Days – Tuesday 27th - Friday 30th January
Term 1 Dates – Monday 2nd February to Thursday 2nd April
School Photos - Friday 6th February
School Photos Catchup - Monday 9th February
Swimming Carnival - Thursday 12th February
Year 7 Camp - Wednesday 18th to Friday 20th February
NAPLAN - Wednesday 11th to Monday 24th March
The Gosford High School difference
Academic Excellence
Gosford High School consistently achieves outstanding academic results, offering a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge and inspire students to reach their full potential.
Extra-curricular opportunities
Our diverse range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, music, and the arts, allows students to explore their interests and develop skills beyond the classroom.
Supportive environment
We prioritise wellbeing in all we do, providing students with everything they need to feel supported and succeed both academically and personally.
Welcome to Gosford High School
'Spectamur Agendo' Judge me by my actions
Gosford High School offers a vibrant and inclusive learning community for high-performing students. With a strong focus on academic excellence across all disciplines, students are encouraged to reach their full potential through tailored learning and enrichment opportunities. Beyond the classroom, students can engage in a wide range of extra-curricular activities including academic competitions, sporting teams, creative and performing arts and much more.
If you are a motivated student seeking a supportive high-performing school community, consider applying to Gosford High School via the Selective High School placement process, open for Year 5 students from mid-November to mid-February each year.
Principal's message
Welcome to Gosford High School, a coeducational selective school committed to nurturing high potential and gifted learners. Through our diverse and challenging curriculum, we develop the whole person academically, socially, and emotionally within a supportive and inclusive community.
We value respect, curiosity, and teamwork, fostering a culture where every student is inspired to learn and thrive.
Our dedicated staff work in strong partnership with families to ensure each student feels known, valued and challenged to achieve their personal best.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes Gosford High School a truly exceptional learning community.
Michael Smith - Principal
Quick links
Bell times
Find information about our school bell times, including start and finish times, breaks, and key activities throughout the day.
Canteen
Explore our school canteen. View our menu, canteen opening times and learn how to order.
The canteen operates in line with the NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy, ensuring a balance of everyday and occasional food choices.
Parent portal
Stay connected through our parent portal apps. Use them to make payments, manage attendance, and book parent-teacher interviews.
Ready to enrol?
Gosford High School is an academically selective high school.
Placements for Year 7 are offered by the NSW Department of Education High Performance Unit.
APPLICATIONS FOR YEARS 8 TO YEAR 11 2027 OPEN IN JUNE 2026
Key dates
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