Lambton High School

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Lambton High School
Location
Lambton High School
Lambton, New South Wales

Australia
Coordinates 32°55′9″S151°43′14″E / 32.91917°S 151.72056°E / -32.91917; 151.72056
Information
Type Government-funded
MottoLight The Way
Established1974;52 years ago (1974)
Educational authority New South Wales Department of Education
PrincipalMr James Ostermann
Years 7–12
Enrolment1,159 [1]  (2024)
Colours
  •   Royal blue
  •   Orange
  Medium Blue
Website lambton-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
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Lambton High School is a government-funded co-educational comprehensive secondary school, located in the suburb of Lambton in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, operated by the New South Wales Department of Education.

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The school intake catchment is provided by Lambton Public, New Lambton Public and Wallsend South Public schools. In 2024 the enrolment was 1,159 students.

The school badge features the school colours, alternating blue and orange stripes to fill the shield. Blue often symbolizes wisdom and integrity, while orange brings warmth and enthusiasm. The ribbon below the shield states the school motto "Light The Way" this suggests leadership, guidance, and a commitment to illuminating paths for others.

History

Initially the Lambton High School site was earmarked to be the location of East Lambton Public School, however with increased demand for secondary schools in the area the Department of Education decided to change its proposed use. On 26 May 1972 approval was granted for the establishment of a High school at Young and Womboin Roads, Lambton to be known as Lambton High School, [3] the land was then changed in name from East Lambton Public School to Lambton High School. [4] Lambton High opened its doors in 1974 and was a merge of Newcastle Hill Boys High School and Hamilton Girls High School. [5]

Principals

Sport

The names of the four sporting houses are

The school holds positions in events such as basketball, netball and waterpolo. [6]

Notable events

Green Day

In 1995, the school introduced an annual event called “Green Day,” focused on environmental themes. Students and staff typically wear green clothing, and the day includes activities such as a concert, student and staff performances, competitions, and a costume contest. [7]

Community Cabinet

On 29 September 2008, the Federal Cabinet (including Prime Minister Kevin Rudd) attended Lambton High School as part of the Australian Government Community Cabinet Program. [8] [9] [10]

Medal of the Order of Australia

In 2013, Ms Kim Sutherland, former Head Teacher Creative and Performing Arts and founding Musical Director of Hunter Singers received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition of her service and achievement in education. [11]

Minister’s Award for Excellence

Alumni

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Lambton High School, Lambton, NSW: School profile". My School. Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority. 2019. Retrieved 2 August 2019.
  2. ↑ "School Locator: Lambton High School". New South Wales Department of Education and Training . Retrieved 6 January 2008.
  3. ↑ "ESTABLISHMENT OF HIGH SCHOOL". Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales. 26 May 1972. p. 1951. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
  4. ↑ "GEOGRAPHICAL NAMES ACT, 1966". Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales. 17 November 1972. p. 4612. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
  5. ↑ "About our school: History". Lambton High School. New South Wales Department of Education. n.d. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
  6. ↑ Leeson, Josh (12 December 2009). "Basketball stars reach new heights". The Newcastle Herald . Retrieved 31 December 2009.
  7. ↑ "Keep on Rockin' for a Green World". Lambton High School. Archived from the original on 29 August 2007. Retrieved 6 January 2008.
  8. ↑ "Community Cabinet". Government of Australia. 17 September 2008. Archived from the original on 6 July 2008. Retrieved 20 September 2008.
  9. ↑ "Rudd's community cabinet meets". The Australian . 29 September 2008. Retrieved 29 September 2009.[ dead link ]
  10. ↑ "Protests to greet Rudd in Hunter". The Newcastle Herald . 28 September 2008. Retrieved 29 September 2009.
  11. ↑ "KIM SUTHERLAND | Newcastle Music Festival" . Retrieved 20 October 2025.
  12. ↑ Jones, Sandra. "Minister's Award For Excellence In Student Achievement Recipients 2009–2004" (DOC). NSW Department of Education and Training . Retrieved 14 January 2009.
  13. ↑ "Former Students on Cricketing World Stage". NSW School Sports Unit. New South Wales Department of Education. 20 August 2012. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
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