The new direction at Ashwood High School has gained traction in the community. A $25 million re-build, new name, uniform and Principal have provided a fresh academic outlook. Be prepared for a surprise when you tour our contemporary state-of-the-art facilities, over 16 hectares adorned with playing fields, outdoor amphitheatre and landscaped gardens. Our Science Centre captures the essence of the wetlands at our doorstep. Ashwood High School students feel a shared sense of community, and thrive through: A significant commitment to the creative arts utilising a new Music, Multimedia and Performing Arts Centre A focus on sporting excellence A strong emphasis on academic excellence with the success of the Accelerated Curriculum & Enrichment (ACE) Program A top 2015 ATAR of 98.35 A focus on civics, citizenship and leadership, scholarships and student recognition Relationships - our students are all known as individuals by staff and by each other. The relationship between students, particularly those of different ages, is very important to us. Bullying is not tolerated. We don’t accept it; neither do the students A great sense of school pride, Ashwood is a great place in which to work and an inspiring, safe and supportive place to learn. Principal, Brett Moore, has been championing widespread positive change at Ashwood High School since 2015. Mr Moore has a wealth of experience in leading school and system improvement as an ‘Open to Learning Leadership’ State Facilitator. High expectations characterise the actions of students, staff and parents. Ashwood High School is in safe hands.