Academic Achievements

Pittwater House is a small school with a strong focus on each student’s academic growth. We routinely produce strong results in the HSC and NAPLAN and our HSC students consistently rank in the Distinguished Achievers List.

We are proud of all our students for their excellent results, as they repeatedly outperform many public and independent schools. We believe the true measure of success is the value added to each student’s results as they progress through their education.

As a non-selective school, our students exhibit a range of interests, strengths and goals for their future. Whilst outcomes are important, we also strive for and celebrate academic growth.

To this end we use data at all stages to check that our students are reaching their academic potential and to direct our efforts where they are most needed. At the end of the student’s journey with us, we look back over time, with the help of independent experts in educational analysis, to reflect on our students’ progress.

In Years 3, 5, 7 and 9, our students perform strongly in the NAPLAN, demonstrating advancement year after year. In 2023, our grade averages for each of the tests were extremely good, with all of them being well above the National Average and most of them being in the top 25% of the state. These results show not only the dedicated professionalism of our teachers, but the determination, effort and persistence of our students. We are so very proud of them.

2024 HSC results

Our School ranking of 49 is the finest result Pittwater House has achieved and demonstrates the dedication and commitment of our superb teaching staff in support of our students.

It has been an honour to witness the growth and success of this remarkable cohort, whose commitment to both their studies and to each other has been truly inspiring. We are delighted to share that our students have achieved outstanding results this year, with a median ATAR of 87.3 and an average ATAR of 84.26. Their dedication has fostered a genuine sense of affection among the staff, who will undoubtedly miss this wonderful group as they embark on the next exciting chapter of their lives.

We are incredibly excited to announce that two of our students have achieved First in State for their respective subjects, Adele Cosentino (Dance) and David Plumb (Geography). This is an extraordinary achievement, reflecting Adele and David’s exceptional talent, dedication, and hard work. Notably, Adele is a Year 11 accelerated student, further highlighting her remarkable abilities and commitment to excellence. Being ranked First in State is an outstanding accomplishment, and we celebrate their success with great admiration.

A special mention must go to our Dux of Boys' Grammar, David Plumb (ATAR: 99.75), and our Dux of Girls' College, Chloe Mash (ATAR: 98.65), their accomplishments stand as a testament to their remarkable effort, resilience, and dedication throughout their years at Pittwater House.

We are also excited to congratulate the following students who have earned a place on the HSC Band 6 All Rounders List: Brooke Bosland, Nicolas Butcher, Yarra Jackson, David Plumb, and Faith Stewart. These top performers have demonstrated superb skill, commitment and leadership, leaving a lasting impact in their respective units. Their hard work is truly commendable, and we are so proud of their remarkable achievements.

Additionally, we would like to recognise the following Top Achievers for their extraordinary accomplishments in the HSC: Adele Cosentino (Dance), Chloe Mash (Legal Studies), David Plumb (Geography), and Faith Stewart (PDHPE). Their dedication and passion for their subjects have set a high standard, and we celebrate their academic success with great pride. We are confident that these exceptional individuals will continue to excel in their future endeavours, and we look forward to seeing all that they achieve moving forward.

Overall, we are delighted to report that of the students that elected to get an ATAR, 42.5% achieved an ATAR of 90 or above, with 7.5% exceeding 98 and 20% surpassing 95.

This year’s results show continued progress, with an increase in the number of Band 6 results compared to previous years. Collectively, our students achieved 131 Band 6 results (90+) across 38 subjects, an outstanding accomplishment.

Of particular note, students excelled in several key subject areas, achieving 100% in the top two Bands for subjects including English Extension 1, English Extension 2, Mathematics Extension 2, Chemistry, History Extension, Society and Culture, Dance, Music Extension, and Music 2. Additionally, our students achieved over 80% of the top two Bands in the following subjects: Mathematics Extension 1, English Advanced, Economics, Ancient History, and Drama.

A special commendation is also extended to the twelve students who have been with Pittwater House from the Early Childhood Centre through to Year 12. Of these, four earned the distinction of an ATAR above 95, exemplifying the rich, consistent educational experience that our School provides.

While this cohort has shown strength in academic areas, what has stood out most is their unity as a group and the genuine respect they have shown towards one another. The sense of community they have built, the support they have derived from one another and the respect they’ve earned from their teachers, leaves us confident that they are well-prepared for the exciting challenges and opportunities that lie ahead and moreover, that they take away lasting memories and friendships.

Their achievements also reflect the ongoing strength of our HEROIC learning model, which encourages excellence not only academically but in all areas of personal growth.

We are immensely proud of the Class of 2024 and the young adults they have become. We look forward with great anticipation to the next chapter of their lives and wish them every success in their future endeavours.

2023 HSC results

We are incredibly proud of our Class of 2023 and accelerated Year 11 students, along with their teachers, who have achieved great success this HSC year. 83 of our students were Distinguished Achievers across 24 subjects. Moreover, one quarter attained an ATAR of 90 or over, with an exceptional 6% exceeding 98 and 10% exceeding 95. In the state, the median ATAR was 71.05 - significantly less than our median ATAR of 83.5.

Read about our student's 2023 HSC Achievements here.

2022 HSC results

Commendations go to all 39 students - an impressive 44% of those that sat the HSC - who collectively achieved a remarkable 68 Band 6 results (a mark of 90+) across 23 subjects, including 15 accelerated Year 11 students who achieved Band 6 results in Dance, Swedish, Mathematics Advanced and Studies of Religion.

Read more about our Class of 2022 and their results here.