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Overview

Kelmscott Senior High School, with a population of 1500 students, is a school of opportunity offering a large range of courses and exciting specialist programs together with outstanding facilities. Academically, Kelmscott Senior High School has always performed exceptionally well.

A key aspect of the reputation of the school is the supportive pastoral care system, which is complimented by a well disciplined safe environment. Pride in the uniform and traditions of the school permeate the culture of Kelmscott Senior High School.

With a reputation based on positive values, academic excellence and extensive education opportunities the demand for placements at the school far exceed positions available.

Achievements

In 2006, we had the following achievements:

• Achieving a Top Public Shool Award for 2006
• 99% Graduation rate
• Four students achieve a TER of 99 or above and another 4 students with 97 or above.
• One subject exhibition.
• Eleven curriculum council awards.
• Four certificates of distinction.
• Six certificates of excellence.
• Ranked 37th in the state for our VET courses
• Read more from the DET Media statement

On an annual basis students are also ranked within the top percentiles in a large range of national competitions. Former students have achieved recognition in the fields of medicine, law, engineering, drama, music and sport. Successful former students now offer scholarships to current high achieving Kelmscott students.