OUR VISION
Byron Bay High School delivers a collaborative learning environment where students achieve excellence through our connection with community and land, creating holistic leaders of the future.
Contact us
Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions:
- Email - byronbay-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- Phone - 02 6685 8188 (8:20 am to 3:40 pm)
You can also find important school updates and further information on our website, School Bytes portal and app, and Facebook page:
- Website - https://byronbay-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/
- School Bytes Parent Portal - School Bytes | Log in to the parent portal
Term 4 2025
Week 1
- Thu 16 Oct to Mon 10 Oct - HSC exams
- Fri 17 Oct - ASX 'Ring the Bell' excursion | Sydney
- Fri 17 Oct - TAFE NSW Youth Engagement Strategy Program
Week 2
- Wed 16 Oct to Mon 10 Nov - HSC exams
- Tue 21 Oct - P&C Meeting | Library at 7 pm
- Thu 23 Oct - Byron Bay Film Festival excursion | selected students
- Fri 24 Oct - TAFE NSW Youth Engagement Strategy Program
Week 3
- Wed 16 Oct to Mon 10 Nov - HSC exams
- Tue 28 Oct - FNC Beach Volleyball | Cabarita
- Tue 28 Oct - NC Futsal Finals | Coffs Harbour
- Tue 28 Oct - School Tour for prospective new families | 9:30 am
- Tue 28 Oct - Catch up Vaccinations | NSW School Vaccination Program
- Wed 29 Oct - Year 12 2026 Orientation morning
Week 4
- Mon 3 Nov - Fri 7 Nov - Year 12 Hospitality work placement
- Mon 3 Nov - Tue 4 Nov - Year 10 ROSA exams
- Fri 7 Nov - 3x3 Basketball Gala Day | Cavanbah Centre
- Fri 7 Nov - Year 9 Outdoor Education Climbing Jungle | Ballina
Welcome back to school for Term 4!
It was great to welcome our new and existing students and families back to school on Tuesday for this last quarter of the academic school year. We hope that everyone had a restful holiday break and enjoyed the change in routine.
Term 4 is always traditionally a very busy time in our school. There are a variety of assessment tasks, exams, activities and special events on the school calendar as we head into the end of the year. Please keep a regular eye on our calendar of events, and also your email inbox to keep abreast of everything that is happening this term.
A reminder that consistent attendance is essential for student learning and wellbeing, ensuring every child has the best opportunity to succeed. We also encourage families to partner with us by checking uniforms each morning and supporting punctual, regular attendance—together, we can help every student finish the year strong!
Good luck Year 12!
HSC exams are here... Year 12 you’ve got this!
Yesterday, tens of thousands of students across NSW started their HSC exams. Close to 75,000 HSC students will put pen to paper over the next 16 test days, with the written exams officially underway beginning with English Paper 1.
HSC written exams mark the conclusion of 13 years of schooling for our students, providing them with an opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned during their education. Students will receive their HSC results and ATAR on Thursday 18 December.
Acting Minister for Education and Early Learning Courtney Houssos said:
“You have done the hard work - now is the time to stay focused, look after yourself, and follow a healthy study schedule. Thank you to the hard-working teachers of NSW who’ve prepared HSC students for this moment and to all the teachers who have guided students through their 13 years of schooling.”
Everyone at Byron Bay High School sends best wishes to our Year 12 students... Believe in your hard work and stay calm — each exam is just a step closer to your future. You've got this!
We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated and hard-working teachers, Executive team, and support staff who have worked tirelessly to prepare our Year 12 for their HSC exams. Their commitment and support have made an incredible difference in our student's lives.
A big thank you as well to all the families behind the scenes, whose encouragement and care provide the foundation for our students' success. Together, we are supporting our Year 12 students as they take this important step toward their futures.
E-bike safety
A crucial conversation for parents and students
E-bikes can be a fun and efficient way to travel, but they must be used responsibly.
By law, e-bikes are not allowed to travel faster than 25 km/hr. Riders must also use a bell to alert pedestrians when passing, and helmets are mandatory for safety. These rules are in place to prevent accidents and injuries — yet, not everyone is following them.
Recently, there have been incidents with e-bikes in our local area where riders (and the motorists involved) have been seriously hurt or shaken. These incidents have been a stark reminder of how quickly things can go wrong when safety guidelines are ignored.
We urge parents and carers to have constant conversations with their children to ensure that they are aware of the rules associated with riding an e-bike.
Make sure they understand the speed limits, the importance of using a bell, obeying the road rules, and always wearing a helmet. Together, we can help ensure our community remains a safe place for everyone.
A reminder that anyone parking a vehicle or bike/e-bike on school premises (staff and students) does so at their own risk. On our school grounds all bikes including e-bikes can only be locked to the bike racks near the basketball courts... no where else. The Department of Education does not allow e-bikes to be parked against / near buildings or structures. This is vital for the safety of our students and staff, and also for the safety of our school campus.
Getting ready for our new Year 7 2026 cohort
Orientation Day - Save the date!
Exploring the Great Outdoors
Year 9s hike the Yuraygir National Park
Year 9 Outdoor Education students recently embraced the opportunity to walk and explore in Yuraygir National Park. Setting forth from Angourie to hike to Brooms Head, students arrived with the best attitude, prepared to embrace the great outdoors. With an acknowledgement of our collective past as a guide to future possibilities, students were open to learning from country.
Beauty and diversity was encountered as we accessed areas only possible with astute planning and preparation. In such remote and wild spaces, students found wonder in the natural world.
All teachers involved in this excursion, Ms Murray, Mr Hernage and myself, were beyond impressed with the maturity and positive attitude of the group. We all look forward to our next adventure together.
Mr Drew Minton - HSIE teacher
Curtain Up!
Year 10 students inspired by local play 'When I Grow Up'
On Wednesday 15 October, Year 10 students were invited to attend a local theatre production in Mullumbimby called ‘When I Grow Up’.
This production explored issues faced by those who struggle with the school system and choose to leave early, as well as, those who choose to continue on to Year 12, dealing with the range of demands entering into adulthood. The production showed support, and options available, for both choices.
Students also had a panel at the end of the performance from Southern Cross University, TAFE and a local business man discussing the important attributes and skills needed in finding and holding a job with the main one being hard work and willingness to learn.
Mrs Leah Miles - Year 10 Year Advisor
Inclusive action on the field
AFL 9s Gala Day Highlights
On Thursday, 18 September Byron Bay High School proudly took 6 mixed teams to the AFL 9s Gala Day held at the Cavanbah Centre. The main focus of the day was all about having fun and making sure every player got involved on the field.
It was an awesome day filled with great energy, teamwork, and plenty of smiles.
A big thank you to AFL Queensland for organising such a well-run Gala Day that made the experience enjoyable for everyone. Well done to all the students for their fantastic spirit and participation!
Ms Kirra Dale - PDHPE teacher
BBHS 2025 Musical: Firebringer
Tickets are on sale NOW... Don't miss our exciting new school musical
Tickets are on sale now for our 2025 school musical, Firebringer! Get in quick - seats are limited.
Stone Age antics come into play in this hilarious musical theatre satire, depicting just how far we have (and haven’t!) come since the dawn of humanity. With an exciting musical score and a rockin’ live band, the cast will take you through a journey like no other, exploring new territory and questioning what it means to be human, and to be lazy; the values and dangers found in standing up for yourself and being curious; and the value of working and playing together as a tribe!
Performance dates
- Friday 7 November - 6:30 pm
- Saturday 8 November - 1 pm
- Thursday 13 November - 6:30 pm
- Friday 14 November - 6:30 pm
- Saturday 15 November - 1 pm
Tickets
- Adult (12 years and up) - $25
- Child (11 years and under) - $15
Pulse Alive 2026
Nominate now for individual student participation
Nominations for individual student participation in Pulse Alive 2026 close Friday 5 December:
- Individual chorister (massed choir)
- Individual dancer (massed dance)
Held in Sydney, Pulse Alive is a vibrant celebration of creativity and connection. It's a fantastic opportunity in the performing arts, showcasing thousands of singers, dancers, actors, and musicians from NSW public schools. Bringing together students from metropolitan, regional, rural, and remote communities, this exciting arena event celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and builds a strong sense of belonging.
Pulse Alive provides performance opportunities for students of all abilities from Kindergarten to Year 12.
If your child is interested in finding out more about participating in the the individual chorister or dance categories in Pulse Alive, please visit:
School Vaccination Program
Vaccination Catch-up day - Tuesday 28 October
A school vaccination catch-up day is scheduled for Tuesday 28 October for students who missed their scheduled immunisations earlier in the year.
During the catch-up clinic, the nurses from the North Coast Public Health Unit will see any student in Year 7 or 10 whose parents previously granted their online consent, but missed their vaccination in March (Year 7) or June (Year 10) due to absence.
New registrations can also attend this clinic if your consent is received online via Service NSW by Monday 27 October. If your child is in Year 7 or 10, you can access the online consent portal below.
As a part of the School Vaccination Program, Year 7 boys and girls in 2025 will be vaccinated against:
- Diphtheria – tetanus – pertussis (whooping cough)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Year 10 boys and girls in 2025 will be vaccinated against:
- Meningococcal ACWY
** No child will be vaccinated at school without their parent's online consent **
There is no need to contact us if you DO NOT give permission. Your child’s name will only appear on the North Coast Public Health Unit's list to be vaccinated if Service NSW receives your online consent.
Can't remember if you have already granted consent?
If you are unsure if you have previously granted your consent or have questions about the Program, please contact the School Immunisation Coordinator at the North Coast Public Health Unit:
- 02 6620 7503
- MNCLHD-schoolimmsnorth@health.nsw.gov.au
How to grant your consent
Please access the online consent portal below, by clicking login in the 'School Vaccination Program' section:
For more information on routine school vaccinations visit
Library news
New Social Media Age Restrictions
From 10 December 2025, Australian law changes the rules for anyone under 16 using social media
CTRL SHFT has provided a downloadable, short, student-friendly guide explains exactly what’s happening, why it matters, and what you can do right now to protect your content and your digital rights. This guide helps students, parents, and educators understand the new national minimum-age requirements for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube, and X (Twitter) and more.
It breaks down the law in plain language no jargon, no fear, just facts.
Students will learn:
- Which platforms are affected and why accounts will be removed for under-16s.
- How age-verification and facial-age estimation work (and what their privacy options are).
- The difference between deletion and deactivation.
- How to download and keep photos, videos, and messages before accounts disappear.
- How to challenge a wrong age decision or report a platform that isn’t following the rules.
- Their ongoing rights to privacy, safety, and respect online.
Give your child the knowledge and confidence to navigate the new law safely. Download, print, or share the guide and help make the online world fairer, safer, and easier to understand:
More useful information about the social media age restrictions can be found at the following sites:
What's on at The YAC
Safer Drivers Course for Learners
- Cost - $140 (free course for Concession Card holders)
- Date - 28 October, 4 to 7 pm
- Where - Byron Youth Activity Centre (The YAC) - 1 Gilmore Crescent Byron Bay
To attend the course learner drivers need to:
- have a valid learner licence
- be under 25 years of age
- have completed at least 50 log book hours of on-road driving (excluding any 3 for 1 bonus hours)
- have included night driving in some of those hours.
Register for the Safer Driver course via the YAC website:
For more information, call 6685 7777 or email info@bys.org.au
Barista Course
Learn how to make the perfect espresso, latte, cappuccino, and more. Gain industry knowledge to help you get into the cafe employment. For young people aged between 15 to 24.
- Date - Tuesday 28 October, 4 to 7 pm
- Cost - $100
To book the Barista course visit:
In the community
This one-day event brings together musicians from community bands across the region, as well as school students from across the Northern Rivers for a mass concert band workshop and public performance. It’s a fun and supportive opportunity for young musicians to experience playing in a large concert band setting alongside experienced community players. Music charts and morning tea/lunch provided.
For more information, visit:
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