Sydney Technical High School is an academically selective boys' high school with a multicultural student population living and learning in harmony. For many years it was one of only seven academically Selective High Schools within the N.S.W. Department of Education. The school enjoys an outstanding reputation for academic achievement with a Higher School Certificate history of students being regularly placed in the top ten places in the state in a variety of subjects. Over 80% of students achieve in the top 20% of the State, with a majority gaining an ATAR over 90.
Â
As a selective school a strong emphasis is placed on academic studies. However, there is also a strong emphasis placed on student welfare. Students experience an environment where they are expected to apply themselves to their studies, and exhibit care, sensitivity and understanding in their relationships with each other. The multicultural nature of the school community is a key feature in developing tolerant men. The school is proud of the achievements of its young men who enter a wide range of professions and careers.
