Beverly Hills Girls High School

Principal Ms Barbara Bober International Student Coordinator Ms Helen Anaxagorou

Address

Broad Arrow Road Beverly Hills NSW 2209

Email Address

beverlyhg- h. school©det. nsw. edu .au

School Motto

Never Lose Hope, Be Somebody Women Can Do Anything

Established 1 960

School Population

Total number of student 1009 Average junior student class size: 25 Average senior student class size: 25 ')

General School Introduction

Beverly Hills Girls High School upholds and fosters the belief that 'Women Can Do Anything'.

It is committed to a comprehensive curriculum within a caring environment which encourages motivation, self­discipline, confidence, and cooperative interaction with the school community as well as effective and efficient school operations.

The school is recognised for its flexible, unit-based curriculum which allows students the widest possible subject choice and the opportunity to progress through school at their own pace.

An intensive English centre (IEC) is attached to the school and situated on a separate campus divided by the main playing fields. Students graduating from the IEC enrol in their local High School.

The school's grounds have been extensively planted while shade trees and a building program have enhanced facilities.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs

· ESL students' needs are met in a variety of ways, catering for all levels. These include parallel ESL classes, ESL electives and team teaching.

Languages Taught

· Arabic, Modern Greek, French, Italian, and Mandarin

Special Programs

· Extensive leadership and participation

programs

· Gifted and talented students program

· Annual talent quest

· Concert band and instrumental music

· Interschool and intraschool sporting competitions

· Table tennis club

· Interschool debating and public speaking competitions

· Overseas language study tours to Italy, Greece, China, and France

Student Support Service and Programs

· Four heads of house oversee student

welfare

· Full-time student welfare coordinator

· Careers resource centre

· Student Representative Council

· Student mediators

Special Facilities

· Well-equipped science and technology laboratories

· Four computer laboratories with Internet access

· Well-equipped library with Internet access

· Performing arts centre incorporating dance, drama, and music studios

· Visual arts with multimedia, graphics, ceramics, photography, and darkroom facilities

· School radio and newspaper

· Multipurpose gymnasium incorporating basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, and gymnastics

· Extensive ovals and well-maintained

grounds and gardens

HSC Results and Year 12 UniversitylTAFE Placements

In 2003:

· Several students achieved a UAI score above 90.

· 110 students took places at university, TAFE, or private colleges.

· Six students obtained traineeships in business administration, information technology, and childcare.

Features of Local Area

· Beverly Hills is a cosmopolitan and multicultural suburb located 14kms (about 25 minutes by train) south-west of the centre of Sydney.

· It is close to two major shopping centres as well as rail and bus services.

Student Testimonial

I would recommend NSW government schools to friends and family because my career opportunities have been broadened as a result of attending the school.

Kathy Xin Zhong, Year 12, 2002, China