Our school can help with enrolment queries throughout the year, please call 02 4969 3855 or email Merewether High after reading the information below. Our HSC Excellence booklet outlines the achievements of most recently graduated students.
Edith and Aryan, current Year 7 students, both gave speeches to the incoming Year 7 students of 2025 and their families at a recent orientation night. We have recorded their speeches (above) for those who may have missed the orientation night or be interested in the activities, values and spirit of our school.
Important Enrolment Information Year 6 into Year 7
- for all Y7 enrolment procedures please visit Selective High Schools
- for latter year enrolment requirements please visit Y8 to Y11 Applications
- there is no entrance test for Year 8 to Year 12, positions are offered based on applications received and are subject to availability of a position
Entry to Year 8 to Year 11
Applications for latter year positions for 2026 opened on 18 June 2025 and close on 25 July 2025. Updated parent information and an application form will be published here when they become available. For more information please visit NSW Selective High Schools
We suggest the following information be included with your application:
- a covering letter
- a copy of your child's birth certificate
- proof of citizenship or permanent residency
- copies of the last two years school reports - including first semester of current year
- a copy of your child's most recent NAPLAN results
- copies of academic awards
- any other information which may assist the panel to assess your child's academic achievements
All applications are considered by a panel consisting of the Principal and Deputy Principals. The panel meets in Term 3 and applicants are advised of the outcome in Term 4. Waiting lists are established and these remain current until the end of Term 1 the following year. A new application must be lodged each year if you wish to be considered for future placement.
