Student opportunities and activities
At Penrith Selective High School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.
Our programs may include:
- school sport, athletics and inter-school competitions
- creative and performing arts groups and showcases
- cultural and language activities
- excursions and incursions
- public speaking and debating
- interest-based clubs
- student leadership opportunities
- activities that support high potential and gifted learners.
To learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved,
Our leadership and extra-curricular opportunities
Leadership
At our school, student leadership is a vital part of the educational experience. Leadership roles provide opportunities to develop critical skills such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and initiative. By taking on responsibilities in student government, peer mentoring, project coordination, and school events, students learn to influence positive change, advocate for their peers, and contribute meaningfully to the school community. These experiences not only strengthen personal growth and self-confidence but also complement academic excellence, preparing gifted students to become thoughtful, capable, and socially responsible leaders of the future.
Enrichment and extra-curricular
Our school offers a rich range of enrichment and extracurricular programs designed to nurture the diverse talents of high potential and gifted students. Our offerings are mapped to the four domains of giftedness - intellectual, creative, social, and physical - ensuring every student can explore and develop their strengths. Through these programs, students engage in meaningful challenges that extend their learning beyond the classroom. These opportunities foster curiosity, resilience, collaboration, and innovation, supporting the holistic growth of high potential and gifted learners and helping them realise their full potential.
Student Clubs
Our school encourages students to take initiative through student-led clubs, where they propose, design, and run activities based on their interests and passions. These clubs empower students to develop leadership, organisation, and collaboration skills while exploring areas of curiosity beyond the curriculum. By creating and leading their own initiatives, students take ownership of their learning, contribute to the school community, and gain real-world experience in teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking.
Industry and University Partnerships
Our school actively connects students with industry and university partners, providing access to real-world learning, mentorship, and research opportunities. These partnerships allow students to engage with experts, explore career pathways, and apply their knowledge in authentic contexts. For gifted and high-potential learners, such experiences broaden horizons, challenge their thinking, and inspire innovation, while developing skills in problem-solving, collaboration, and critical analysis that prepare them for future academic and professional success.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.