We are the scholars of curiosity, and academic enrichment is available at every corner. We are champions that are bound for glory in every arena. Our culture supports growth and builds heroes that care, with a positive spirit that binds us together as one.
At Harrisdale Senior High School (SHS), our vision is to be a school of achievement, inspiring excellence everywhere. Our idea of excellence is not limited to the students enrolled in one of our many specialist academic, music, sports or languages programs, because we believe excellence can and should be inspired everywhere. We believe every student should be given the recognition, time and resources they need to reach their own personal potential and to find their own version of success.
At Harrisdale SHS, we acknowledge with deep respect the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which we learn, work, and reside – the Noongar people of the Whadjuk region. We recognise their enduring and invaluable connection to the land, water, and community. We pay tribute to Elders past, present, and emerging, as the voices of First Nations Australians.
We are proud to offer a variety of Specialist Programs designed for talented students, enabling them to elevate their learning and pursue their passions at an advanced level. These programs provide a challenging and enriching environment, fostering the development of skills and knowledge beyond the standard curriculum.
Harrisdale Senior High School is proud to be recognised as one of sixteen select schools in Western Australia delivering the Department of Education’s Gifted and Talented Selective program.
Our specialised academic pathway offers enriching, challenging opportunities that spark curiosity and foster advanced skills in critical thinking, inquiry, and problem solving—empowering students to go beyond the traditional classroom experience.
Enrolments Contact
Team Call: (08) 9397 8000
Email: harrisdale.shs.enrolments@education.wa.edu.au
Tours are conducted regularly throughout the year. Visit our Tour Registration page for upcoming tour dates and register your interest in finding out more about our school.
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📣𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐍: 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬/𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 - 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲!📣 We invite you to attend our Parent-Student-Teacher Reporting Day to discuss your child's academic progress and address any concerns you may have. 📅 Date: Monday, 20 July 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Various Learning Areas on Campus Please note that teachers will be spread across the various learning areas on campus. We ask that you check your bookings within Compass and the attached school map for the specific location of each teacher prior to attending. Bookings will be open from 9:00 AM on Monday, 29 June until 12:00 noon on Friday, 17 July 2026. Please ensure you secure a time within this period if you wish to meet with your child's teachers. For guidance on how to use the Parent-Teacher Conferences portal within Compass, please visit: https://www.compass.education/guide/#Parent-Teacher-Conferences 🔹 Please note: All meetings will be held in person. Telephone and online meetings will not be available. Each meeting is 7 minutes in duration, with a 3 minute transition period before your next teacher meeting. Please be mindful of the time to ensure all appointments run smoothly. Once your booking has been made, it will be visible in the Conferences module of Compass. Please note that separate booking confirmation emails or notifications are not provided. 🧃 Boost Juice Van will be onsite until 2:00 PM ☕ Coffee Van will be onsite until 12:00 noon We look forward to your participation in these important conversations!
𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟗 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠! ⚙️🚛 Some excited Year 9 students got hands‑on this week with a Career Taster in 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, delving into the world of heavy‑vehicle trades and engineering. They explored real industry skills — from plasma cutting to wiring and testing a 24‑volt circuit, and even working with air‑line braking systems used on large vehicles. Our Career Taster Program is all about sparking curiosity, building confidence and helping students discover future study and career pathways they may not have considered. A fantastic experience for our budding tradies and problem‑solvers! #CareerTaster #vehiclebodybuilding #StudentExcursion #harrisdaleshs #excellenceeverywhere
⭐⭐Student Spotlight! ⭐⭐ We’re thrilled to share that 𝐁𝐫𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐨, our talented Year 12 student and brilliant Badminton player has been selected to represent Western Australia at the 𝐘𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐱 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝟏𝟗 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 2026 in Melbourne, running from July 5 – 11. This is an outstanding achievement and a huge milestone in Bryan's sporting journey. Competing at a national level takes dedication, discipline and serious skill. A massive congratulations on this incredible opportunity. We can’t wait to see you take the court, and do WA proud! 💙🏸🔥 #badmintonplayer #yonexaustraliannationalchampionship #StudentSpotlight #harrisddaleshs #excellenceeverywhere
🖤💛❤️ Join Us for NAIDOC Week! 🖤💛❤️ Next week, we will be celebrating NAIDOC Week - with a series of activities honouring and showcasing Aboriginal culture, history and achievements. Students and staff are invited to get involved, learn, participate and connect as we recognise the strength, stories and contributions of First Nations peoples. From a special Year 7 assembly with guests to cultural activities, it’s a week of pride, learning and community spirit — and we’d love to see everyone take part! Let’s come together and celebrate in a meaningful way. #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC2026 #50YearsOfDeadly #harrisdaleshs #excellenceeverywhere
A huge thank you to all the Year 12 students and staff who put in such amazing effort dressing up as historic characters today to celebrate HASS Week 2026. The creativity, costumes and enthusiasm made the day unforgettable. Your energy brings Humanities and Social Sciences to life — what a fantastic way to kick off the week! 🌏✨👏💫🙌
⭐⭐ Student Spotlight! ⭐⭐ We’re excited to share that 𝐆𝐮𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐫 from Year 8 has been selected to represent Western Australia in the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐇𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬 𝟏𝟓'𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 this July. Gurleen and her team will be competing at the School Sport Australia National Championships, held in Melbourne. An incredible achievement and a moment worth celebrating across the Harrisdale SHS community. State selection reflects dedication, talent and countless hours of hard work — and we couldn’t be prouder. A massive congratulations on this outstanding milestone. WA is lucky to have you on the team! 💛🏑💙 #schoolsportwa #hockeychampion #studentspotlight #harrisdaleshs #excellenceeverwhere
