Student opportunities and activities
At Killarney Heights High School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.
Our programs may include:
- school sport, athletics and inter-school competitions
- creative and performing arts groups and showcases
- cultural and language activities
- excursions and incursions
- public speaking and debating
- lunchtime and interest-based clubs
- student leadership opportunities
- activities that support high potential and gifted learners.
Contact us to learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.
Our Extra-Curricular Activities
At Killarney Heights High School, we believe in the importance of learning beyond the classroom. Our dedicated staff provide a wide variety of opportunities for students to explore and deepen their interests. If a student is interested in any of these activities, we encourage them to speak with the relevant teacher or faculty member. Please be aware that activities may vary week to week based on staff availability. We make every effort to ensure that daily notices are updated if an activity is cancelled for any reason.
KHHS Extra-Curricular Program Term 4 2025
When: Monday After School - 3:10-5:00pm
Where: Library
Teacher: Mr Andrew Chu
When: Monday Before School - 7:30-8:30am
Where: Hall
Teacher: Mr Derek Barg
When: Monday Before School - 8am
Where: B05
Teacher/s: Mr James Heafey
When: Monday After School - 3:15-5:00pm
Where: Library
Teacher/s: Ms Sonia Robins
When: Tuesday Before School - 7:40 - 8:45am
Where: Hall
Teacher/s: Mr Lachlan Hamilton
When: Tuesday After School - 2:30 - 3:30pm
Where: Hall
Teacher/s: Mr Nicholas Barnard
When: Tuesday Lunchtime
Where: Library
Teacher/s: Mr Daniel Dempsey
When: Tuesday Lunch Time
Where: A05L
Teacher/s: Ms Alina Ali & Madam Pho
When: Wednesday Before School - 7:30 - 8:30am
Where: Hall
Teacher/s: Mr Derek Barg
When: Wednesday Before School - 7:30 - 8:30am
Where: Killarney Oval
Teacher/s: Mr Eddie Payne
When: Thursday Fortnightly Before School - 7:45 - 8:45am
Where: A07 Drama
Teacher/s: Ms Roxy Malcolm (Dance Teacher) & Ms Hannah Baker (details or contact)
When: Thursday Before School - 7:40 - 8:45am
Where: Hall
Teacher/s: Mr Lachlan Hamilton
When: Thursday After School - 3:15 - 4:15pm
Where: Hall Foyer
Teacher/s: Mr Dave Wooltorton
When: Thursday After School - 3:10 - 5:00pm
Where: Library
Teacher/s: Ms Genavieve Zoeller
When: Thursday Before School - 8:00 - 8:45am
Where: B Block Quad
Teacher/s: Mr Eddie Payne
When: Thursday After School - 3:30 - 4:30pm
Where: B10
Teacher/s: Ms Slater
When: Thursday After School - 3:15 - 5:00pm
Where: Library
Teacher/s: Ms Sonia Robins
When: Friday Before School - 7:30 - 8:30am
Where: A07 Drama
Teacher/s: Ms Rowena Macneish
When: Friday Before School - 7:40 - 8:45am
Where: Hall
Teacher/s: Mr Lachlan Hamilton
When: Friday Before School - 8:30am
Where: Wellbeing Hub
Teacher/s: Mr Eddie Payne
(not every Friday, only when advertised)
When: Friday (When Advertised) Lunchtime
Where: Oval
Teacher/s: Ms Kath Adlard
When: After School
Interested players please email Rowena Flack - forestkillarneybasketball@gmail.com
Basketball
Killarney Heights High School has partnered with Forest Killarney Basketball Association Inc to offer our students opportunities to compete in the basketball competitions run by Manly Warringah Basketball at Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Centre Narrabeen. The program has been built to develop 13 teams last semester that are trained by external coaches and senior students from our school. The teams train at KHHS on different afternoons after school. The program runs for two semesters beginning in terms 1 and 3.
Trials for new players are held at the beginning of term 4 for the following year. Interested players should contact the the amazing parent that runs the program - Rowena Flack on email - forestkillarneybasketball@gmail.com
Home Work 'MILO' Club
It takes a village to raise a child and at KHHS we know how important a little bit of extra support can be. So, if you’re looking for some regular academic assistance for your child, or even just a quiet space for them to work, the KHHS Homework Club is the place to be.
Nicknamed the MILO Club*, our school’s Homework Club is a calm, inclusive and supportive space for Killarney students to work independently and collaboratively with peers. It is also a space for students to seek support from teachers to complete school tasks and work towards their academic potential.
Milo Club sessions are held every Monday and Thursday after school between 3:10pm and 5:00pm in the Library. All students are welcome. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
- Monday's session: numeracy focus, hosted by Mr Chu
- Thursday's session: literacy focus, hosted by Ms Zoeller
Please encourage your children to attend, particularly close to assessment due dates.
* MILO Club = My Independent Learning Opportunity and a place to drink Milo
Debating
Killarney Heights High School has a strong and successful tradition of debating. Within the school, we run lessons in debating techniques within the junior English programs and this culminates with the inter-class Rose debating competition, held for each junior Year.
We also enter the premier's debating challenge which conducts interschool competitions for Years 7 to 8, 9 to 10, 11 and 12.
Instrumental Music Ensembles Program (IMEP/Band)
At Killarney Heights High School we offer a comprehensive band ensemble program, with many amazing opportunities throughout the year which will continue to develop, improve and inspire each student's musical passion, with a variety of band ensembles to suit every student's ability.
We currently offer 7 ensembles at the school, with over 100 students participating in a very active program. These ensembles are the symphonic wind ensemble, concert band, big band, jazz orchestra, stage band, chamber orchestra ensemble and guitar ensemble. Each ensemble is taught by a professional musician or conductor and rehearses in our Crossley Hall and classrooms A7 and B13. Every band is given the opportunity to perform regularly at various events- NSSWE, North Shore Music Spectacular, Northern Beaches Youth Orchestra, Northern Beaches Instrumental Festival, Sydney Schools Jazz Festival, ASBOF, World Music Day, Manly Jazz Festival to name just a few and competitions- Festival of Instrumental Music, Acacia Concert throughout the year. Students are always busy preparing for concerts and experiencing new and challenging music. It is expected that every student involved in our music ensembles program is undertaking weekly private lessons with an experienced, professional tutor (preferably a musically studied university graduate).
One of the most important aspects of our program is band camps and tours! These operate on a 3-year rotation. In the first year, all students attend an intensive band camp for 3 days. Professional tutors conduct workshops to develop balance and musicianship within each ensemble section. This culminates with the various ensembles showcasing their work over the duration of the camp and throughout the year.
The second-year students undertake a regional tour. They participate in workshops with other conductors, perform at other local schools as well as perform at a variety of community events. Students also can bond as a group during some fun non-musical activities throughout the tour.
The third year sees a combined ensemble touring overseas! Past tours have included New Zealand, Singapore, Europe and in 2017, Japan, Spain and Portugal had been planned for 2020. This tour is open for audition to all students across all of our ensembles in the program, however, a high-playing standard and strong commitment are expected of all touring students.
Students in our junior ensembles generally undertake a short regional tour in the international touring year. Please take the time to explore this website, which will hopefully assist in answering any questions you may have. In particular, you can read more about each ensemble and its requirements under the 'ensembles' tab.
We look forward to welcoming you into the Killarney Heights High School music ensembles program. To find out more or to get in touch with our ensembles coordinator, please visit our band ensemble program page.
Debating and public speaking
Students can develop their thinking, communication and teamwork skills through debating and public speaking. They also have the chance to compete in local and state event.
Creative and Performing Arts
Our drama, music and art programs help students be creative and express themselves. They can join the various school bands, participate in shows and drama activities.
Trips and excursions
Our students enjoy getting out of the classroom to explore, learn and try new things. These experiences help them grow, build confidence and see how their learning connects to the world.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.