Why choose us?

Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, creative and performing arts, coed secondary school in Emu Plains. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.

Our vision:  At Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School we aspire, in all things, to demonstrate care for ourselves, others and our community so that all feel heard, seen, valued, and accepted.

We aspire to grow in understanding, individual expertise, and creativity, striving with courage and cooperation, to flourish now and into the future. We recognise and celebrate optimism, engagement, achievement, and the pursuit of personal excellence.

In all things we aspire the heights through care, opportunity and success.

Contact us to find out if Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School is the right choice for your child's education.

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Why families choose us

A strong start

We help every child feel safe, included and confident 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.

High quality education

We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.

Easy to access

Located in Emu Plains, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.

What we can offer your child

Student success

Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.

Our student success looks like:
  • participation in a range of competitions
  • success in life beyond school
  • active community members
  • growth through high potential and gifted education
  • striving for personal improvement.

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A world of opportunities

We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative and performing arts, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking, helping your child to achieve their best.

Our students have access to:
  • dedicated music production facilities and equipment
  • circus and performing arts classes
  • new gymnasium facilities
  • a wide variety of subjects

Tailored learning support

We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.

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We offer students:
  • student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
  • teaching and learning adjustments
  • extension activities for students who need extra challenge
  • wellbeing and counselling support.
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A welcoming community

Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.

We create a welcoming community by:
  • supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
  • celebrating Harmony Day
  • incorporating culturally inclusive school events
  • ensuring cultural safety for all students.

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