A recognised centre of excellence in the performing arts, Bowral High was founded in 1929 with the motto “Excelsior”. The school has established a fine record of achievement in academic, cultural and sporting pursuits.

Facilities: Library, multi-purpose hall, performing arts studio, science and visual arts blocks, food technology block, industrial technology block, six computer labs, two ovals basketball courts.

Subjects Years 7 to 10: English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Commerce, Performing Arts, Music, Dance, Drama, Visual Arts, Visual Design, Computing Studies, French, Italian, Design and Technology Engineering, Industrial Technology (Graphics, Wood, Metal), PD/Health/PE, Physical Science & Sports Studies, Outdoor Education, Work Education.

Subjects Years 11 and 12: Traditional subjects are offered at all levels as well as English (Extension 1 and 2), Mathematics (Extension 1 & 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth & Envoronmental Science, Senior Science, Ancient History, Modern History, Extension History, Business Studies, Geography, Legal Studies, Dance, Drama, Music (1 and 2 and Extension), PD/Health/PE, Food Technology, Visual Arts, Design & Technology, Textile Technology, Software Design and Development, Industrial Technology, Engineering Science, and VETAB-accredited Hospitality, Business Services, Entertainment Industry and Information Technology.

Sport: An extensive range of traditional and recreational sports is offered. Local sporting facilities are used for sports such as tennis, soccer, hockey, swimming, athletics, basketball, netball, softball, gymnastics, golf and fitness.

Extracurricular activities: Vocal, instrumental (concert band, training band, string ensembles), dance and drama ensembles, stage productions (musical, drama), public speaking, debating, green team, chess. Various other social and recreational activities, such as a trivia night and a fashion parade, are also offered.

Welfare and personal development: An elected student council and prefecture represent student interests, organise school functions and promote charity work. Formal assemblies of excellence, a ‘recognition of merit’ system, student supported transition programs, proactive welfare initiatives to support students at their various stages of adolescence, and student leadership programs support students.