About our school
Nuriootpa High School caters to students from Years 7 to 12, offering both mainstream and special education classes. The regional Inclusive Education Centre (IEC) is co-located on-site, providing specialised education for students with high support needs. Additionally, our school includes a Tailored Learning Centre, which is located off-site within walking distance. We also offer alternative pathways such as Vocational Education and Training (VET) and School-Based Apprenticeship models.
Our purpose
Nuriootpa High School is a nurturing and inclusive environment that prepares young people for their future.
We provide an enriching and engaging curriculum, emphasising a sense of belonging and empowering students through authentic, flexible learning experiences.
We foster community connections to strengthen student wellbeing and resilience, working in partnership with parents and caregivers.
Together, we build a vibrant and proud school community, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and success.
Our vision
Nuriootpa High School is an inclusive environment where a passion for learning is ignited, curiosity is cultivated, and students are inspired.
Our school community is founded on trust and respect. Our learning environments are recognised for excellence and high quality.
We are innovative, authentic, and flexible in guiding students along their chosen pathway.
We celebrate diverse pathways to success.
Our values
Growth
- we develop by being curious, reflective, and open to learning
- we take responsibility and are accountable for our actions
- we give our best effort, keep trying, and step up to challenges.
Respect
- we show kindness in our words, actions, and relationships
- we are empathetic, compassionate, and value diversity
- we support and look out for each other, treating others the way we would like to be treated.
Resilience
- we are flexible and adapt to change
- we persevere, show determination, and keep going even when it’s hard
- we learn from mistakes and take opportunities to improve.
“Our teachers bring so many different experiences and perspectives—it makes learning richer and helps us see the world in new ways. Every day feels like a chance to discover something new.”
Year 8 student