HGPE Applications - Year 6 2027
Illawarra Sports High School offers High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) opportunities designed to challenge and extend students through specialised teaching, purposeful peer grouping and enriched learning experiences. Applications are now open for Year 6 2026 students seeking entry into Year 7 2027.
TSDP
The Illawarra Sports High School TSDP Trials Calendar highlights important trial dates for students pursuing excellence in sport through our specialised high-performance pathways. Registrations are now open for upcoming intakes.
Illawarra Sports High School will be holding the Year 6 Talented Sport Program Trials on Wednesday March 25th and Wednesday July 29th.
The Trials are open to current Year 6 students seeking selection into the Talented Sports and Development Program at ISHS in year 7 2027.Illawarra Sports High School will be holding the Open Talented Sport Program Trials on Tuesday February 10th and Tuesday August 4th. The Trials are open to current High School students wishing to enrol at ISHS in 2027. Trialists will join in with normal TSDP squad training during the afternoon training session.
The Illawarra Sports High School difference
A strong start
Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
Welcome to Illawarra Sports High School
Welcome to Illawarra Sports High School!
We are proud to cater to both local students and those from surrounding areas, stretching from St Georges Basin all the way to Sutherland. At Illawarra Sports High School, we offer a comprehensive and quality education that nurtures both academic achievement and sporting excellence. Our supportive educational environment is designed to empower talented sports students to thrive, balancing their athletic ambitions with strong academic foundations. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community where your potential can soar both on and off the field.
Illawarra Sports High School will be holding the Year 6 Talented Sport Program Trials on Wednesday March 25th and Wednesday July 29th.
The Trials are open to current Year 6 students seeking selection into the Talented Sports and Development Program at ISHS in year 7 2027.
Illawarra Sports High School will be holding the Open Talented Sport Program Trials on Tuesday February 10th and Tuesday August 4th. The Trials are open to current High School students wishing to enrol at ISHS in 2027. Trialists will join in with normal TSDP squad training during the afternoon training session.
Principal's message
“I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.
We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure students feel valued and inspired to learn.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”
Kerrie Powell, Principal of Illawarra Sports High School
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