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Plumpton High School Earns Recognition in the 2024 The Educator 5-Star Innovative Schools

Plumpton High School winner of 5 star innovative schools 2024

Plumpton High School is delighted to announce its inclusion in the prestigious 2024 The Educator 5-Star Innovative Schools, a comprehensive roundup that highlights the best in the industry.

As an impartial authority in the education sector, The Educator conducted an exhaustive research study spanning four months to identify and showcase the industry's top performers. In this thorough assessment, Plumpton High School has emerged as one of the distinguished contributors to the industry.

The Educator’s 30+ strong Intelligence Unit determined the winners by following a rigorous process, which included interviewing objective industry professionals, and conducting extensive research. The winners are those who matched the exacting 5-Star Innovative Schools criteria.

Plumpton High School takes immense pride in being acknowledged as one of the industry's finest within the education domain.

“Plumpton High School focuses on ensuring our school maintains the same rate of change as that in the world beyond school. This ensures our students transition from school to bright and prosperous futures, whether that be into tertiary education, trades or employment. Strong links with our business partners continue to assist us greatly on this journey of continuous change”.

Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at The Educator, shared his insights on the selection process, stating, “Innovation across Australia’s education sector is highly sophisticated, evidenced by the standard of the nominees. Plumpton High School are deserved winners for being at the forefront of change and one of the country’s most forward-thinking schools, pioneering a new direction in education.”

This recognition underscores Plumpton High School’s dedication to industry excellence and its continued commitment to delivering exceptional results.

For further information, please contact:

Kathryn Rieksen

Enrolment Officer

Telephone: 02 9625 7020

Email: plumpton-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

About Plumpton High School:

The multi-award-winning Plumpton High School community is dedicated to staying in sync with the ever-changing world beyond its walls, ensuring that students are well-prepared for a bright and successful future.

Plumpton’s vision is grounded in the belief that excellence comes from courage and a collective commitment to being the best we can be. The school aims to make a meaningful impact both locally and globally. Its strategic direction encourages a holistic approach to enhancing individual and group performance.

Focusing on personal bests in all aspects of school life, Plumpton employs evidence-based and data-informed practices, along with feedback, reflective thinking and collaboration. This creates a nurturing environment where students can experience steady, achievable growth.

About 2024 The Educator 5-Star Innovative Schools:

Over July and August 2024, The Educator invited schools across Australia to participate in the publication’s 5-Star Innovative Schools awards. Now in its tenth year, this report recognises the schools at the forefront of change and innovation. Entries were open to all educational professionals who believe their school is pioneering a new direction in education. From teaching approaches to learning spaces and curriculum design, the report looks at schools reshaping the future of education. By the end of the judging process, the entries were narrowed down to 40 of the country’s most forward-thinking schools, which make up The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative Schools 2024 list.