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 1 2026
Week 8
- Mon 16 Mar - FNC Opens Soccer Gala Day & FNC Trials
- Mon 16 Mar - NAPLAN | Conventions of Language Yr 7 (Pd 1) + Yr9 (Pd 2)
- Tue 17 Mar - NAPLAN | Numeracy Yr7 (Pd 1) + Yr9 (Pd 2)
- Tue 17 Mar - Year 10 Geography Koala Tree Planting
- Tue 17 Mar - Year 8 PDHPE Swimming | 8PE A, M
- Tue 17 Mar - Year 10 Swimming | Classes 10PE A, S, Y
- Tue 17 Mar - Girls League Tag training | Session 2
- Tue 17 Mar - P&C Meeting | Library | 7pm
- Wed 18 Mar - Year 10 Geography Koala Tree Planting
- Wed 18 Mar - Year 6 Taster Lessons | Group 2
- Wed 18 Mar - Safer Drivers Course at BBHS
- Thu 19 Mar to Thu 9 Apr - Italian Cultural Exchange
- Thu 19 Mar - FNC Touch Trials | South Tweed Heads
- Thu 19 Mar - Year 10 PASS Beach Fitness (Mr Merrick)
- Thu 19 Mar - Year 11 SLR Beach Fitness (Ms Cranfield)
- Thu 19 Mar - Year 9 PDHPE Swimming | 9PE J, A, L
- Fri 20 Mar - FNC Surfing Titles | Lennox Head
- Fri 20 Mar - Year 8 PDHPE Swimming | 8PE S, X
- Fri 20 Mar - Shock Therapy Theatre Production
Week 9
- Mon 19 Mar to Thu 9 Apr - Italian Cultural Exchange
- Mon 23 Mar to Friday 27 Mar - Three Capes Hiking | Tasmania
- Mon 23 Mar - Year 9 Agriculture Bee Keeping incursion
- Tue 24 Mar - Year 10 Vaccinations
- Tue 24 Mar - Year 9 Pass Beach Fitness (Miss Dale)
- Wed 25 Mar - Girls League Tag
- Thu 26 Mar - Year 8 PDHPE Swimming | 9PE A, M
- Thu 26 Mar - Year 10 PDHPE Swimming | 10PE A, S, Y
- Fri 27 Mar - NC CHS Rugby League | Coffs
- Fri 27 Mar - 14s Boys Rugby League | Mullumbimby
- Fri 27 Mar - Year 8 PDHPE Swimming | 8PE G, I, L
- Fri 27 Mar - Year 10 PDHPE Swimming | 10PE G, I, J
- Fri 27 Mar - Marine Studies Intro to snorkeling
Week 10
- Mon 19 Mar to Thu 9 Apr - Italian Cultural Exchange
- Tue 31 Mar - White Card Training
- Tue 31 Mar - Year 8 PDHPE Swimming | 8PE S, X
- Thu 2 Apr - NC CHS Football
- Fri 3 Apr - GOOD FRIDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
You can always find out what's coming up by visiting the school calendar on our website:
Can you help our school by making a donation?
All donations are tax-deductible
Our School Library Fund is now open for donations. We invite families, grandparents, friends and community members to consider making a donation to our school. All contributions are tax-deductible and will go directly towards improving and adding much needed resources for all our students.
Please consider donating to our fund today. Your support will provide every child with access to new and additional learning resources.
Every contribution from our community, big or small, will make a difference and go towards items such as:
- Textbooks for the new Maths, Science, HSIE and English Syllabus'
- Consumable resources for Elective subjects
- Technology
- Sporting equipment
To make a donation, please:
- Click on the link above
- Select the ‘ADD ITEM’ button on the Online payment portal screen
- Category = General
- Select ‘1’ against the DGR Library Fund option
- Then press ‘Add’
- Select ‘ADD ITEMS’ button, where you will be taken to another screen to enter the amount you are donating
- Select the PAY NOW button
- On the next screen, please fill in your details (select either 'Business' or 'Other' in the Payment Type drop down menu)
- Press the PAY button and you will be redirected to the Service NSW online payment gateway to complete your payment.
- This transaction will appear on your bank statement as 0SCHOOLSONLINE 0000 PARRAMATTA AU, and a receipt will be provided.
Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us create an inspiring and effective learning environment for our students.
Year 6 to 7 Transition
Enrolling for Year 7 2027
Thank you to all the amazing families who came along to our Information Evening last night. The hall was full to capacity with people interested in finding more about our great school. If you are interested in enrolling your Year 6 child at Byron Bay High School for Year 7 next year, there is a 2-step process for enrolment that you need to follow.
We are currently at STEP 1 - the Expressions of Interest stage.
Year 6 families are encouraged to complete an online 'Moving to high school expression of interest' (EOI):
- Expressions of Interest opened on 2 March 2026
- Visit the ‘Moving to high school’ link on your primary school’s website and indicate which high school(s) you’d like your child to attend.
- Your address will determine your designated (catchment) high school.
- You can express an interest in your child attending Byron Bay High School even if you live out of area - however, offers for out of area students will depend on whether there are places available after we process all our in-catchment students.
Once the Expression of Interest process has closed, and we know how many students are interested in attending Byron Bay High School, we will begin making offers to enrol.
Congratulations to our 2026 Student Leaders
This week, our school proudly held the SRC Induction Assembly, officially welcoming the newly elected Student Representative Council members into their leadership roles.
The assembly was well-attended by students and parents who came together to celebrate and support our student leaders as they pledged to represent the voices of their peers throughout the year.
This moment was a proud highlight for the entire school community, showcasing the commitment, leadership, and responsibility of our SRC members. We look forward to a year of positive impact and strong student representation. Congratulations to all our 2026 Student Leaders!
Mrs Madelyn Sergi - Careers Advisor and SRC Coordinator
Stage 6 Debating - Round 1 Highlights
Byron Bay vs Bellingen
On Friday 6 March, our debating team celebrated the start of the 2026 debating season with the first round of the Stage 6 competition.
Our Byron Bay High School Seniors, featuring speakers Coco L, Tee I, Jolie S and Hannah C, as well as chairperson Xavier A, took on Bellingen High School, addressing the negative side of the topic ‘Books should never be banned from study or schools because of the beliefs or actions of their authors’.
Unfortunately, despite our strong arguments, Byron Bay High School was narrowly defeated by an equally strong Bellingen team. Despite this, we are now revitalised and ready for our next round!
Mr Daniel O'Brien - English teacher
Year 7 Drama workshops with Year 10
On Tuesday morning, a small focus group of Year 7 students who have shown a keen interest in Drama, attended a workshop run by our Year 10 Drama students. The workshop was part of the research process for Year 10 in their current devised theatre project.
Year 10 are in the early stages of devising a play for Year 6 students centring around the themes of Image Vs Reality, and how young people may mask their true selves in real life or online.
Year 10 Drama students demonstrated leadership and strong communication skills as they guided the Year 7 students through discussions, warm up's and dramatic scene work. Our wonderful Year 7 students showed openness, focus, and excellent collaboration and stage skills, as they offered ideas and opinions on the topic and worked with Year 10 to improvise short dramatic moments relevant to them.
These ideas have helped Year 10 access real voices and stories to influence their creative direction, and the development of characters for their play.
On behalf of the Year 10 Drama students, we thank Year 7 for their mature and thoughtful contributions. Watch this space…...
Ms Simone Museth - Head Teacher CAPAL
North Coast Swimming Championships
11 BBHS students qualify to compete in Sydney!
Our Byron Bay High School swim team travelled to Kempsey to compete at the North Coast Swimming Championships, where they faced strong competition from across the region. Despite a wet and challenging day at the pool, our swimmers had some outstanding results.
A special congratulations to all swimmers who placed top 3 in their events and who have qualified for the NSW CHS State Championships. This is a tremendous achievement!!!
Individual qualifiers
- Lawson K - North Coast 16 Years Boys Age Champion!
- Mattia B - North Coast 13 Yrs Boys Champion!
- Dylan J
- Spike S
Relay team qualifiers
- 13 Years Boys relay - Mason S, Michael B, Spike S, Aoi Y
- 15 Years Girls relay - Delilah W, Gracie Rose C, Eve Little , Amelia M
- 16 Years Boys relay - Lawson K, Dylan J, Jake S , Mattia B
Well done to the entire team for their effort, sportsmanship and support of one another throughout the carnival.
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - Sports Organiser, Year 12 Year Advisor and PDHPE teacher
North Coast AFL representatives
Our AFL boys are off to Sydney!
Congratulations to Koa D, Leo L, Dusty M, and Finley S, who recently attended the North Coast AFL 14s Boys trials and were all successful in gaining selection!
The boys showcased their outstanding skills and game awareness throughout the trials, which earned them a place in the North Coast team. They will now go on to represent the region at the NSW CHS Championships to be held in Hoxton Park, Sydney!
We wish the boys all the very best as they compete at the next level — a fantastic achievement!
Due to the change in age division this year by NSW CHS, 15s Boys will be invited to trial in Term 2. The trials will allow the 15s Boys the opportunity to be selected to play in an exhibition style championship. Stay tuned, more info is to come...
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - Sports Organiser, Year 12 Year Advisor and PDHPE teacher
North Coast Regional Canoeing
2026 North Coast Regional Canoeing Championships will not proceed
In consultation with the North Coast Sports Office, a decision was made not to run the 2026 Championship. This decision was based on the very low number of competitors and schools able to participate. The NSWCHSSA Canoeing Championships will still go ahead, with proposed dates from Saturday 16 May to Tuesday 19 May. All students that meet the minimum safety requirements are eligible to enter and North Coast competitors are strongly encouraged to attend this event. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Mark Ellis. mark.ellis11@det.nsw.edu.au.
Sport Selections for Term 2
Term 2 Wednesday Sport Selections open on Monday 16 March
It's hard to believe, but it's that time again! Term 2 Sports Selections will open next Monday, at 8pm. Students in Years 7 to 10 received the Term 2 Wednesday Sports Selection note yesterday (Thursday 12 March), which will outline the list of the sports on offer for next term.
Please have a conversation with your child about their sport choices before they make their selections.
The link to the Sports Selection Portal will be emailed to students on Monday morning, 16 March. The email will appear in their school email account, ready for access at 8pm. NOTE: Please remember that the link will not work until 8pm. If your child logs into the portal before 8pm, they will need to refresh the page at 8pm to access the live link.
Sports selections will close on Wednesday 18 March at 3 pm. After this date, our office will send parents/carers a Sport Confirmation email, including a payment and consent link, for you to complete.
Computers will be available at lunchtime in the Library next week if students cannot access a phone/computer/internet at home.
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - Sports Organiser, Year 12 Year Advisor and PDHPE teacher
NEW Sport coming in Term 2 - BOXING TRAINING!
Open to students in Years 7 to 10
We are excited to offer a new sport in Term 2. We have added Boxing to our long list of Wednesday sports to choose from. Byron Boxing run Youth Boxing classes in our community on weekday afternoons, and are committed to teaching young people in the area how to box safely and with proper technique. They are offering to work with our Byron Bay High School students within our Sports afternoon program to provide a fun, safe and solid work out for them. All boxing instructors are certified.
Students ae encouraged to bring their own boxing gloves if possible. BBHS may also have some spares if needed.
Whilst students will learn proper techniques for boxing, please note there will be no sparring in these lessons. The workout will be on bag and partner hit pads only.
North Coast Golf trials
Calling interested golfers
The North Coast Golf trials are on in Port Macquarie on 11 May. The trials are open to all students in Years 7-11, but students must have a current golflink number and handicap under 36 to compete.
Parents/carers will be responsible for getting their child to and from the venue. Interested students should see Mrs Caoyonan to sign up.
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - Sports Organiser, Year 12 Year Advisor and PDHPE teacher
Senior Jerseys for Year 12 2027
Year 11... It’s time to start thinking about your Senior jersey!
I am pleased to advise that our Senior jerseys/sweaters are now available for order. There is no obligation to purchase a jersey or sweater, however they are a good quality keepsake and a rite of passage for our Senior students. Our cohort will not only look great in their jerseys/sweaters, but it will also give them a sense of identity over the next 2 years.
Our Student Design Team have worked hard to produce 3 great designs for the Year 11 students to choose from:
- Rugby Jersey - $99.50 each (2 designs to choose from)
- Quarter-Zip Sweater - $94.50 each (1 design)
You can place your orders from now until Thursday 26 March... There is only a 2-week window in which to place an order, so don't delay.
Samples of the jerseys and sweater can be tried on for size with Ms Cranfield in PE office from Monday 16 March, to check sizes before ordering.
Parents and carers, please check your email inbox for more information.
Order your Senior jerseys here:
Ms Lara Cranfield - Year 11 Year Advisor
From the Office
What to do it your child needs to leave school early
If your child needs to leave school early for any reason, we ask that parents/carers write us a short handwritten note stating:
- the date
- your child's name
- the leaving time
- a reason why they are leaving, and
- who will be picking them up
Your child will present your note to their Deputy Principal before 9 am and a Leave Slip will be printed at the office. Then, at the approved pick-up time your child can quietly leave their classroom and meet you at the car!
Our office does not accept email requests for early leave. If you did not have the chance to write a handwritten note, please come into the office to collect your child, allowing time for our staff to get your child out of class.
Please note: Students can only leave school with a parent/carer or a person who is listed as an Emergency Contact on their enrolment form.
Byron Youth Band
A great new opportunity for student musicians
Byron Bay High School (BBHS) is hosting a proposed new Byron Youth Band! The aim is for the band to perform at the BBHS Winter Arts Festival in June. This opportunity is open to student musicians in Years 6 to 12, from Byron Bay High School, and our local public partner primary schools. The Band will be led by local professional musicians Elena Marcigot & Chelsea McNelliey.
- Rehearsals - Tuesdays (from Tuesday 28 April), 4-5pm, at Byron Bay High School.
- Cost - $100 for the term (10 sessions). Payment will be required before the first rehearsal.
- Instruments include - Flute, clarinet, trumpet, sax, trombone, euphonium, other brass and woodwind instruments, percussion, bass, and rhythm guitar.
If your child is interested in applying, please email Byron Bay High School at byronbay-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au by Friday 20 March.
In your email include:
- Your child's name
- School
- Parent contact details - email and phone number
- Your child's instrument
- Your child’s musical experience
The new Byron Youth Band is a joint initiative of Byron Bay High School, Geoff Spargo, (former Principal of Byron Bay Public School) and Dr Ray Moynihan.
For more information, or with any questions, please call or email Geoff Spargo (0417 274 476) or Dr Ray Moynihan (0411 433 185; raymond.moynihan@sydney.edu.au)
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - PDHPE teacher and Sports Coordinator
Careers news
UNE Open Day
The University of New England in Armidale will be holding their annual Open Day on Friday, 1 May. This is an excellent opportunity for interested students to learn more about Early Entry, explore course options and check out their campus. On the day, tour campus, facilities and accommodation, meet academics and support staff, and connect with current students. You'll also learn about their degree offerings, pathways and career outcomes. You can explore more about what the UNE Open Day has to offer here:
MedEntry - Registrations to sit UCAT 2026 are now open!
This is important information for Year 12 students who are wanting to undertake a university course in medicine.
The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) was established to help universities achieve greater fairness in selection. Around 15,000 candidates sit the test each year as part of their application to courses in medicine, dentistry and clinical sciences. The UCAT ANZ is a computer-based admissions test, used by the UCAT ANZ Consortium of universities in Australia and New Zealand to help select applicants for their medical, dental and clinical science degree programs.
Booking dates and deadlines:
Find out more about the registration and booking process:
MedEntry preparation
With the school year underway, it's the ideal opportunity to begin preparation, ease nerves, and master the UCAT! MedEntry has a range of information, resources and fun interactive tools to help boost scores.
NSW School Vaccinations Program
For Years 7 and 10 students
As part of the NSW School Vaccination Program 2026, the following vaccines will be offered free of charge at school:
Year 7 students:
- diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine – 1 dose
- human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine – 1 dose
Year 10 students:
- meningococcal ACWY vaccine – 1 dose
The Mid North Coast Local Health District nurses are due to visit Byron Bay High School on the following dates:
- Visit 1 - Year 10 vaccinations –Tuesday 24 March
- Visit 2 - Year 7 vaccinations – Tuesday 9 June
- Visit 3 - Year 7 & Year 10 catch-up vaccinations –Tuesday 3rd November
Only those children with parental consent will be vaccinated. All other students will remain in class as normal.
To have your child vaccinated at school, you need to give your permission (consent) either online or by filling out and returning a paper consent form.
If you ARE NOT granting your consent for vaccinations, please DO NOT contact the school to let us know. The school does not coordinate the School Vaccination Program.
To grant your consent: Read the school vaccination program information. Translations are available. Please refer to the NSW Health webpage: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/school_vaccination_language.aspx
- Complete the consent form — you can do this online OR on a paper consent form (available at the school office).
- To give consent online visit: https://engage.health.nsw.gov.au/engage
- Talk to your child about getting vaccinated - Information for students.
You will need:
- Medicare card details for you and your child
- name of the secondary school your child will attend in Year 7 or Year 10
- your Service NSW login details (this is the same account you might use to renew your driver’s licence)
- if you don’t have a Service NSW account, you can create one by visiting https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/services/myservicensw-account/how-to-create-an- account.
More information For detailed steps on how to provide consent, please watch the How to Provide Consent Video or refer to the NSW Health webpage (https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/online- consent-school- vaccination.aspx).
If you or your child do not have a Medicare card, internet access or you are unable to complete the online consent, ask at our school office for a paper consent form. On vaccination day, children should eat a good breakfast and wear a short-sleeve shirt like their sports uniform. After getting the vaccine children can play sport, shower, and do after-school activities as normal. For more information on routine school vaccinations, please visit: www.health.nsw.gov.au/schoolvaccination.
What's on at The Byron Bay Youth Activities Centre
Check out some of the great programs and sessions on offer to young people in the Byron Shire
Safer Drivers Course for Learners
- Cost - $140 (free course for Concession Card holders)
- Date - Tuesday 17 March, 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 17 March, 4 to 7 pm
- Cost - $100
To book the Barista course visit:
In the community
Up and coming events in our local community
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