Why choose us?
Yanco Agricultural High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Agricultural, Co-educational Secondary School in Yanco. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision: In a caring residential environment, students are encouraged to achieve their potential to become effective contributors in their communities and society within a dynamic and complex world. Affirming the best of the school's traditions, our aim is to provide a well-balanced and diverse educational program with a focus on agricultural pursuits.
The Guiding Values for the development of our students are:
- a love of learning and a search for knowledge
- an appreciation of effort, enterprise and excellence
- the recognition of the achievement of others
- that greater success comes through co-operation and teamwork
- the virtue of self-discipline
- a concern for the rights, beliefs and welfare of others
- a respect for the environment
- courtesy, honesty and trustworthiness
- recognition of the importance of personal health and hygiene
- the concept of self-worth
Find out if Yanco Agricultural High School is the right choice for your child's education.
At our school we encourage all students to develop:
SCHOLARSHIP - SPORTSMANSHIP - PERSONAL INTEGRITY - RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP - CITZENSHIP
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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.
A unique boarding experience
All students at Yanco Agricultural High School are boarders with approximately 350 students (boys and girls) residing at the school for 40 weeks of the year.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- 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.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- 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.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
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.
- 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.
Enrolment and fees
Every young person has the right to quality public education. We welcome families to enrol and be part of our vibrant school community.
About us
YAHS is a co-educational, fully residential high school, specialising in Agriculture. Find out more about our school.