Willoughby Girls High School (enrolment 1020 students, including 66% students from a language background other than English and three support classes) is recognised as a leader in girls’ education with a strong reputation for academic excellence. The school has a highly motivated staff and an engaged parent community who support students' academic, social and personal growth through a focused learning environment and a broad range of extra-curricular opportunities. The school's philosophy is based on achieving individual excellence, enhancing an established culture of learning, encouraging independent, collaborative and lifelong learners, and developing strong citizens and leaders.