Hillmorton High School

Horomaka High School is an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that fosters academic achievement, personal growth, and community spirit. The school offers a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education. With dedicated teachers who are passionate about their subjects, students are encouraged to think critically, develop creativity, and become confident leaders. The school's supportive atmosphere helps students thrive both inside and outside the classroom, building skills for future success. Horomaka High School is a place where students are inspired to reach their full potential and leave a positive impact on their communities.

I am being bullied constantly and the teachers do nothing they only send you to Aria Dont send your kid here

bullying is a huge issue here. i get harassed almost every single day, as well as many of my friends and none of the teachers have done anything about it. a kid who has several s/a reports has been allowed to stay because it's just his 'mental health issues'. yet when we have our own mental health issues, they don't care or do anything to help or accommodate us.

Highly would not recommend, seriously. Teachers lie to us and say we’re the best school while in fact we’re obviously not. Teachers also are more concerned if you’re wearing a nose ring instead of a stud or wearing necklaces,hoodies,jerseys, the list goes on, yet they aren’t concerned about the harsh bullying that’s going on. Literally saw a teacher walk pass a student getting bullied. Parents/ people who support this school by donating money all say it goes to sport, stuff etc, but this schools been on for so long yet there’s only 1 new building… other schools already has a new better environment for students yet it’s hillmorton who has to squeeze kids in a narrow class and does nothing about it.

As far as student activities goes since the phone ban, there is either: vaping in the bathrooms, bunking or crime. I tell you what though, I saw some year 9's doing a sick burnout in a car they stole. (Not good for the environment, so for that 1 star!)

Asides from complaining about the students (crime, bullying, vandalisim & violence etc.) The school lacks in good or adequate administration and policy. Students hardly get information (in timely fashion OR at all) regarding events or important dates. And I often got asked to pay for trips / fees that I had already covered on several occasions (which did get sorted out). There is a total lack of knowledge found in few teachers in senior levels of teaching. Some teachers do no more than 'facilitate' classes. And particular teachers can be found distracted browsing Facebook or scrolling on their phones. On the note of phones, the whole phone ban / policy is a joke! And is just there for publicity. They promoted it to students as if it would solve bullying, reduce fighting and improve grades by having less distractions... Following the survey of senior students (which resulted in favour of NOT proceeding this policy beyond the trial), they continued it on anyway. From a students perspective, this perspective of its impacts has only gone backwards! As grades are dropping, fighting becomes more common and people find distractions in other ways. This only really creates complications and hastles for students wanting to contact recruiters, employers, parents etc that are about to leave to the workforce! This redundant ban doesn't even apply to staff's personal use, and often is a distraction to the teachers! To end on a positive, I would love to credit the careers department at Hillmorton Highschool. The staff are incredibly helpful and are the kindest people around. They're all passionate about the students futures and always are there to help with advice and guidance. The Gateway and careers dept. was my best and only good experience in the school. And the team has really effected my life positively! I'd like to thank them for making Highschool bearable.