Wellbeing
At our school, student wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. We want every student to feel safe, included and ready to learn. Whether your child needs help with their mental, emotional, social or physical wellbeing, we are here to help them thrive at school and in daily life.
How we support student wellbeing
Supporting each student’s mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing is part of everyday school life.
We do this through:
- teachers who help students feel welcome and included
- access to school counsellors, school psychologists and specialist staff
- programs that support health, social skills, attendance and positive behaviour
- help for students who are new or changing year levels
- clear expectations for behaviour and respectful relationships
- staff who get to know each child and work closely with families
- developing health care plans for students
- open communication about wellbeing and support.
Visit Our principal and staff to learn about our wellbeing and specialist support staff.
Wykeham award scheme
The Wykeham Award and Merit Scheme is a whole-school recognition program designed to celebrate sustained or exceptional conduct, effort, and achievement across six key domains of school life:
Academic, Co-curricular, Extra-curricular, Leadership, Sport, and Tech Pride.
For our high potential and gifted (HPG) learners, especially those in a selective school setting, this program serves an important developmental purpose.
- Balanced Growth: It reinforces that academic excellence is not the sole measure of success. HPG students benefit from being recognised for leadership, initiative, service, creativity, and collaboration fostering a more balanced and healthy sense of self.
- Socio-emotional Development: Many HPG students experience challenges such as perfectionism, heightened sensitivity, and a fear of failure. By offering a broad framework for recognition and participation, the Wykeham Scheme builds confidence, resilience, and motivation across multiple dimensions of achievement.
- Identity and Belonging: Through involvement in school life whether in SRC, Interact Club, peer support, or assisting with TechFest students build connections, feel valued, and develop a sense of purpose beyond academic results.
- University Pathways: Leading universities and scholarship programs, including the UNSW Co-op Program and the Sydney Scholars Awards, actively seek students with demonstrated leadership, service, initiative, and broad participation. The Wykeham Award provides a structured way for students to showcase these qualities across their school years.
Over time, students can progress through multiple award levels, culminating in the prestigious Sydney Technical High School Medallion for Outstanding Achievement and the Charles Kingsford Smith Award for Outstanding All-Rounder.
These accolades are powerful evidence of personal growth, character, and contribution attributes that stand out in competitive university applications and scholarship interviews.
Need support for your child's wellbeing?
Get in touch to talk about the right support for your child.
Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Our principal and staff
Get to know our principal and staff, who work together to create a positive school culture.