Lambton High School

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. 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 which fill the shield. The ribbon below the shield states the school motto "Light The Way". 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, the land was then changed in name from East Lambton Public School to Lambton High School. Lambton High opened its doors in 1974 and was a merge of Newcastle Hill Boys High School and Hamilton Girls High School. Principals Mr James Ostermann (2023–present) Mr Gary Bennett (2018 - 2023) Mr Martin Rosser (2008-2017) Mrs Julia Caunce (2001-2007) Mr Peter Hall (1997-2001) Mr Terry Franklin (1988-1997) Mr Peter Barry (1986-1987) Mr Preben Maehl (1978-1985) Mrs Yvonne Isaac (1974-1978) Sport The names of the four sporting houses are Bradman, represented by the colour green. Freeman, represented by the colour yellow. O'Neill, represented by the colour blue. Rafter, represented by the colour red. The school holds positions in events such as basketball, netball and waterpolo. 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. 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. 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. Minister’s Award for Excellence 2024: Elana Zhang 2023: Jovana Markelic, Ryan Robinson 2022: Mhairi Hammond, Thomas Muggleton-Ryan 2021: Jovana Markelic, Ryan Robinson, Chloe Smith, Alexa Stuart 2020: Jacob Carson, Swathy Raveendran 2019: Kate Lintott, Dewmi Kavya De Silva Paththini Kankanamge 2018: Jacob Carson, Swathy Raveendran 2017: Clare Corliss, Monique Rosser 2016: Ellie Bright, Andrew Gay 2015: Memphis Bourne Blue, Thomas Ellis 2013: Caitlin Rosser 2012: Ben Brown 2011: Jessica Provost, Ashleigh Coburn 2010: Alexandra Bradney, Declan Clausen 2009: Caitlyn Read, Leah Serafim, Annabel Fleming 2008: Courtney Coburn Notable alumni Cheryl Salisbury – captain of the Australian female national football team, the Matildas Sharon Claydon - Federal Member for Newcastle Ben Kantarovski – Newcastle Jets. On debut the youngest player in A-League history Michelle Bridges - TV Personality, personal trainer and author Leah Poulton – played in Australian women's cricket team Jessica Malone - represented Australia at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games in Judo See also List of government schools in New South Wales Education in Australia References External links Official website