Print feature page   Add to shortlist   Armidale High School     Armidale High School Butler St Armidale, NSW 2350 Tel: 02 6776 7466 Fax: 02 6772 2290 Email: armidale-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au Website: www.armidale-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Key Details Type: Government Level: Secondary Gender: Coed Religious Affiliation: Non-Denominational Learning Extension: Yes International Students: Yes Our School Armidale High is a co-educational comprehensive high school from Year 7 to 12 with close links to the University of New England. It opened in 1920 and has a long and proud tradition of academic, sporting and cultural success. Fortiter Fideliter Feliciter 'Courage , Honesty, Happiness'; sung proudly in the School Song at every Formal Assembly, our motto symbolises the values we teach- integrity, tolerance and celebration of difference, kindness and consideration of others. Our students learn the skills and values to be a successful and responsible global citizen. Curriculum Armidale High has a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, especially in the core subjects. A wide variety of subjects is on offer from Year 7 onwards including a choice of French, German, Italian and Japanese. There are extension and remedial classes and all students are supported in achieving their potential. Vocational Education is fostered through close links with the Armidale TAFE and local communities. Extra Curricular Activities Armidale High offers opportunities to participate in a huge variety of sporting, cultural and academic competitions. In the creative and performing arts students can join jazz combo, concert band, string ensemble, vocal group, choir and dance group. Leadership opportunities include SRC, Junior AECG and Senior Student Leadership Team with seven captains. Special Features Armidale High has modern science labs and technology areas, three computer labs, auditorium and indoor stadium. A Special Education Unit offers support for thirty students with special needs. The modern library offers a dedicated study space for seniors on the mezzanine level. An agriculture plot allows students to experience a model farm. Enrichment Programs The school organises overseas trips for students and sister school programs with cities in Japan and Germany. A student led E-Squad keeps watch and raises awareness of environmental issues. The Armidale Aboriginal community is active in raising awareness of Aboriginal culture in the school.   Announcements: Visit our website for the latest newsletters, photo galleries and information about all facets of school life. Recent Student Achievements Top 2011 HSC Results which include nominations for OnStage: individual nominations for Emily O'Connor, Sorcha Harrop, Julian Boggs and Stephen O'Hern Encore: Sam Prosser Bravissimo: Stephen O'Hern Texstyle: Anna Roberts Artexpress: Kate de la Motte InTech:  Chris McGrath and Toby Knights Outstanding results at the Armidale Eisteddfod including AHS strings second in Open Competition; firsts to Year 10 Class Ensemble and Jazz Combo; Senior Combo winners of Open Jazz Outstanding performances of 'The Liar', adapted from Carlos Goldini 'MADness Nights' - performances of outstanding drama, music and artistic achievements Students have recently participated in sporting events to State and National level for futsal, archery, swimming. athletics and orienteering  Performances at the Opera House including soloist Shae Leske (recorder)  and School Spectacular soloist Stephen O'Hern (guitar)  Worldskills medalists in Construction; Hospitality and Agriculture Boccia State Bronze Medallists Sorcha Harrop, Bell Shakespeare scholarship (one of 3 nationally) Student leadership in peer support and peer tutoring  More Information: For general or enrolment enquiries please use the form below or contact the school directly. Name: * Email: * Phone: Enquiry: Location: