Murrumburrah High School
Harden, NSW, 2587
School profile
ACARA
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
25
18.6 teaching · 6.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
148
Indigenous students
22%
Language other than English
5%
Girls vs boys
87 girls · 61 boys
Socio-educational background
Below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
About
Murrumburrah High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school located in Harden, NSW, catering to students from Years 7 to 12. The school offers a broad curriculum within a regional setting, with a particular emphasis on agricultural and vocational education as pathways for student development. A distinguishing feature of the school is its 50-hectare farm and hydroponic greenhouse, which underpin a hands-on agricultural program that sets Murrumburrah apart from metropolitan and many regional schools. These facilities provide students with direct, practical experience in agricultural systems and modern growing techniques, connecting classroom learning to real-world application. The school's strategic priorities reflect this vocational orientation, with a focus on practical agriculture, vocational training, student welfare, and community partnerships. These priorities shape the school's approach to curriculum delivery and student support, ensuring that learning is grounded in skills and experiences relevant to students' lives and futures. The school's vision, as articulated by the community, is "to empower every student to reach their full potential through a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment," with an emphasis on fostering curiosity, resilience, and respect through personalised learning and strong community partnerships.
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Pay and agreement
Graduate
$90,117
Starting salary
Top of scale
$137,861
Highly Accomplished / Lead Teacher
Super
12.0%
Employer contribution
Under the Crown Employees (Teachers) Award 2024. Full-time equivalent, before allowances.
Work out your pay stepWhat you need to teach here
Required before you can be employed at any NSW school.
Location
Remoteness
Inner regional