Established in 1958, Normanhurst Boys High has been fully academically selective since 1999. Entry is via the selective schools test for Year 7 and by direct approach to the school in Years 8 to 12. The school has gained a fine reputation for providing quality education for boys, embracing the concept of a holistic education both in theme and delivery. At Normanhurst Boys, each student is encouraged to “set the bar high” in all areas of school life — academically, in extracurricular activities and in developing the values and attitudes that will enable him to make an outstanding contribution as a leader in society. A rich extracurricular program and a supportive, inclusive welfare policy are in place to ensure that the physical, social and emotional needs of each student are met.
Facilities: Extensive tree-lined grounds provide pleasant surroundings for the school buildings and sporting facilities, which include an oval, tennis courts, basketball courts, library, three computer rooms, six laboratories, and a TAS room.
Electives Years 9 and 10: Commerce, History, Geography, Music, Visual Arts, Wood Technics, Metal Technics, Graphics Technology, Computing Studies, French, Japanese, Latin, Design and Technology, Electronics, Drama and Photography.
Electives Years 11 and 12: Extension 1 & 2 English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Legal Studies, Drama, Business Studies, Modern History, Ancient History, Extension History, Japanese, Engineering Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Design and Technology, Information Technology, Software Design.
Sport: The school enters teams in the Metropolitan North West Zone competitions on Wednesday afternoons. Sports available include cricket, baseball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, rugby union, football, hockey, water polo, squash, swimming and table tennis.
Co-curricular activities: The school has four bands, a number of ensembles, a keyboard laboratory, the first sound house in NSW, a full class set of guitars, and a system of private professional music tutors. An extensive debating and public speaking program is also offered.
Welfare and personal development: A strong tradition of concern for the welfare and social development of each student is fostered in a caring and professional environment. An active SRC, charity work, and a peer support program are key features. The school also retains the tradition of a prefect body with a strong focus on developing leadership capacity encouraged through a variety of programs. A comprehensive merit system is effective in rewarding achievement. The school employs a level system as part of the welfare/discipline program.
Special features: The school achieves outstanding results in the SC and the HSC and excels in competitive sport. There is an emphasis on tradition and uniform and there is strong support from parents through the P&C. Several programs are conducted in association with Hornsby Girls’ High, including an annual musical production, co-educational days, tolerance days and school socials.
Famous ex-students: Roger Davis, Peter Baldwin, Neil Maxwell, Peter Andren, Robbie Wheatly (Socceroo).