Gifted and talented
High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) at Randwick High School
Gifted students are those whose potential is distinctly above average in one or more of the following areas of ability at school - intellectual, creative, social and physical. Our gifted and talented programs provides these students with learning opportunities on top of the normal curriculum.
Randwick High School provides an enriched environment for our targeted high potential and academically gifted students. In Stage 4, there are three targeted HPGE (High Potential and Gifted Education) classes.
Our Classes
In Years 7 to year 10, gifted students are placed into three academically selected classes. These classes provide opportunities for the students to interact and learn with similarly gifted students in an academically challenging and stimulating environment. Our HPGE classes complete their curriculum alongside the mainstream classes. The courses share a common curriculum but are taught in a way that challenges the selective students and allows them to fulfil their potential in all curriculum areas.
HPGE - Year 7 2026
HPGE Registration for 2026
The test will be held at Randwick High School on May 13, 2025. Register your interest below.
Specialist Programs
- Project Based Learning unit whereby Gifted and Talented students design, coordinate, and deliver a comprehensive School Magazine showcasing the achievements and celebrating the successes of the students and staff of RHS.
- Gifted Science, Mathematics and Technology programs; links with UNSW.
- Co-curricular experiences such as the World Scholars Cup.
HPGE in the Creative Arts
- Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Arts to HSC attaining top results with inclusion in NSW Call Back (Dance) and Art Express (Visual Arts).
- Concert Band, extensive music tutors, Jazz and String Ensembles, Choir.
- Dance Ensembles, Dance tours, NSW Schools Spectacular.
- The Show – annual NIDA two-night presentation – incorporating the talents of 220 students annually.
- Dedicated Visual Arts, Dance and Drama studios, Music rehearsal rooms.
School Magazine - Project Based Learning Unit
Each year the Year 9 HPGE English students are responsible for the creation of the Annual School Magazine. The students develop the concept for the magazine that seeks to celebrate the vibrant and empowering learning opportunities that make up the ethos of RHS.