Welcome to Fort Street High School
Since 1849, Fortians have been encouraged to be the makers of their own destiny - faber est suae quisque fortunae. This motto underpins the values and expectations of the school.
The Fort Street High School difference
Our vision for student achievement
Fort Street is proud to continue its co-educational traditions. We value the mix of young men and women learning together. We expect students to develop as model citizens and work towards developing individual and collaborative skills and attributes in each student.
Extensive range of student opportunities and activities
At Fort Street High School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.
Wellbeing at Fort Street is for all students
A focus on wellbeing goes beyond the welfare needs of a few individual students and aims for all students to be healthy, happy, successful and productive individuals who are active and positive contributors to the school and society in which they live.
Principal's message
It is my honour to serve as Principal of Fort Street High School, a school with a remarkable history and a proud tradition of nurturing some of Australia’s finest minds since its establishment in 1849. As the oldest government high school in Australia, Fort Street has long been a beacon of academic excellence, innovation, and social conscience.
Situated on Gadigal and Wangal land in Petersham, our school community is a vibrant reflection of multicultural Australia. With approximately 920 students representing over 100 Sydney suburbs and speaking around 40 different languages, Fort Street is a harmonious and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and fosters tolerance and acceptance.
Quick links
Parent portals
Stay connected through our parent portal apps. Use them to make a payment, for attendance matters or to book a parent-teacher interview.
Student and Parent Calendar
Information for parents and students about upcoming events, exams and excursions.
Forms
Change of details, extended leave, and other school forms.
Instrumental Music Program (IMP)
How to join, ensemble and fees.
Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is open to students 14 years of age or older. Learn about how you can get involved.
Newsletters
Discover the latest updates and exciting events happening at our school. Check out our newsletters to stay connected!
Ready to apply?
Fort Street High School is an academically selective coeducational secondary school and does not have a local area intake.
Entry is competitive and based on academic merit. There is a maximum enrolment of 150 students in each of Years 7-10. There are between 160 and 170 students in each of Years 11 and 12.
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