Community involvement

1. Accelerate Ensemble is for those who are either brand NEW to playing OR would like to play a NEW instrument in high school. This ensemble prepares girls to join our other ensembles. Accelerate is particularly looking for girls interested in learning a new, ‘targeted’ instrument (see Accelerate Scholarships information below).
2. Concert Band is open to anyone who plays a band instrument (woodwind, brass or percussion). If you enjoyed band in primary school, you’re going to love the fun of playing in the Concert Band.
3. Symphonic Wind Ensemble (SWE) is for more experienced wind and brass players. Entry is by audition twice each year. The majority of SWE players are in Year 9 or above.
4. String Orchestra is open to any student in Years 7-12 who has learned a string instrument for at least a year.

Vocal Ensemble

The school Music Faculty runs vocal groups each year, which require a very minimal financial commitment. These groups perform at school events and at other great venues around Sydney.

Combined Choir – Years 7-10, no audition necessary
Junior Vocal Ensemble – Years 7-9, by audition (starts in Term 2)

Senior Vocal Ensemble – Years 10-12, by audition

WGHS is proud of this program which encourages girls to try out a new instrument. Hire scholarships are available for ‘targeted’ instruments, covering the hire cost of the instrument for the first two years. This is a great opportunity for girls who wish to challenge themselves with a new instrument in high school.

This volunteer group is made up entirely of enthusiastic parents, keen to see their daughters enjoy music and ensure the continued success of the WGHS ensembles program. We work closely with the conductors and WGHS staff Mr Francesco Maltese, Mr Clem Burgmann and Ms Caroline Jarvis to guarantee a fun, fulfilling and well- run music program. Each ensemble has a parent coordinator who is the liaison between conductors and the girls/parents.

NEW parents welcome. It doesn’t matter what skills you have – accounting, fundraising, baking, transporting instruments, or just plain enthusiasm – whatever you are prepared to offer, you’ll be warmly welcomed! The Music program provides many opportunities for parent involvement, we always need armies of helpers for sausage sizzling, baking, selling raffle tickets – you name it – come along and join the fun!

WGHS Music Subcommittee meets each term (Monday evening of Week 2) and is joined by the conductors and teachers. Please contact the Convenor if you are interested in joining the subcommittee.

Committee Convenor: Clare Weston (musicwghs@gmail.com)

Committee Treasurer: Alex Dimadis

One ANNUAL flat membership fee of $800 is paid to the P&C Music Committee (NOT the school). This fee covers your daughter’s involvement in ANY or ALL instrumental ensembles – we only collect extra money during the year for optional events like an overnight tour. The membership fee covers payment of conductors’ fees, purchase of sheet music, an annual ensemble Weekend Workshop, buses where required and much more!

INSTRUMENT HIRE: It is expected that most girls will provide their own instruments. Certain instruments may be available for hire, subject to availability. Students in the Accelerate Ensemble have priority access to instruments.

INSTRUMENTAL TUTORS: The school provides space for professional tutors to teach our students on site after school. These tutors are NOT employed by the school, but we will provide their contact details to parents who would like after-school tutoring for their daughter. The list of tutors (and instruments) changes from year to year, so please contact the Music Faculty if you would like more information before February.

International, regional and local – WGHS is always going places! Each alternate year we plan a tour, either regional or international. The other year sees interested players contribute to the School Musical. In 2014 WGHS debuted its International Music Tour program in Hong Kong. In 2016, 58 girls toured California USA, visiting schools and colleges from San Francisco to LA, performing at exciting venues such as Disneyland! In 2024 they spent a wonderful week in the Gold Coast and Brisbane, and planning is underway for a tour in late 2026 - further details in early 2026.

YEAR-ROUND CALENDAR: Our WGHS musicians are kept busy all year round with plenty of gigs, from festivals to band competitions to workshops! Rehearsals start in the second week of the school year, followed by the all-day Intensive Workshops which take place on a Sunday early in Term 1. Each Ensemble has a number of performances throughout the year, including at the Sydney Opera House, Town Hall, Chatswood Concourse and Chatswood RSL, and at community events, such as Willoughby Spring Festival and the Northbridge Fireworks. Band competitions are held during Term 3 at UNSW and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Sub-committee

Convenor: Clare Weston

Treasurer: Alex Dimadis

Secretary: Edmund Tadros

2026 Calendar

2026 Calendar (The full 2026 Calendar will be published here in January 2026)

• Come & Try Netball Sessions for new players - early February
• Grading & Pre-Season Training - held in March/April 2026
• Competition runs - Saturday 2nd May - 19th September

Netball News

The WGHS P&C Netball Club (WGHSNC) was formed in 2001, initially comprising two (2) teams with 19 players, coached by dedicated parents. Over the years, we have grown into a thriving community club.

In 2025 we celebrated a very successful netball season. Overall, our Club featured 25 teams with over 235 current and past student players, supported by a great team of umpires, coaches and parent volunteer team managers.

• 22 of our 25 teams finished in the top 4 of their division, qualifying for the first round of finals games!
• 9 teams played in the Grand Final games
• A year 7 team of girls who had never previously played netball Won their Grand Final Game!
• PLUS - Our Club won the NSNA Senior Club Champion Trophy - the first time in our 25 year history!

Fees

Approximate 2026 Costs:

Registration Fees: $395* (Includes all Netball Aust., Netball NSW & Northern Suburbs Netball Association Fees, as well as costs for all grading & pre-training sessions, coaching at training sessions and games, and umpiring on game days.). There are approximately 14 games during Terms 2 & 3, plus finals games if eligible, and 16+ training sessions.

Uniform: Netball Skort $45 (School sports top is worn with the skorts)

We are registered for the NSW Active Kids Voucher and this can be used when registering. Apply at Service NSW.

*to be finalised following the confirmation of NSNA fees at the AGM in Dec 2025

Get Involved

We offer comprehensive umpiring and coaching programs. These initiatives allow players to explore other roles within the sport, helping them develop both as leaders and mentors.

Our Club also offers parents the chance to get involved, connect with one another, and engage in their daughters’ sporting activities.

Volunteers Required Our Club has been running since 2001, and at the end of 2025, some current Sub-Committee members will be stepping down as their daughters finish at the school. To ensure the continued success of our Club, we need new volunteers to step in and join the Sub-Committee. There are many small volunteer roles available, some of which don’t require netball knowledge or attendance at games. What matters most is a willingness to contribute and be part of our thriving netball community.

We are also looking to recruit a paid Club Administrator as soon as possible.

If you’d like to know more about any of the roles available or discuss how you can help to ensure the Club’s ongoing success, please contact us - we’d love to hear from you.

Sub-committee

Convenor: Sarah Dandy

Treasurer: Martha Plum

Administrator: Carmel Creswell

2026 Calendar

The WGHS P&C Hockey Club play 2-3 competitions a year subject to interest.

• Indoor Hockey Terms 1 and 4
• Social 5-a-side Hockey Terms 1 and 4
• Field Hockey Terms 2 and 3 (subject to interest)

In Terms 1 & 4 the club enters teams in Indoor 6-a-side competitions and subject to interest in Social Outdoor 5-a-side competitions.

In Terms 2 & 3 Indoor Hockey breaks for winter. WGHS Hockey Club is happy to support players wishing to pursue opportunities to play field hockey either socially or in competitions in Terms 2 & 3 subject to interest.

Girls can play in any or all of the competitions.

Indoor / Outdoor (Social) Hockey

Indoor Hockey WGHS fields between two to four teams in the U15 and U18 Sydney Indoor Hockey Association Northern Schools competition in Terms 1 & 4 depending on interest levels. The U15 teams include a combination of girls from Years 7-9 and U18 teams usually include more experienced players from Years 10 – 12. Games are held on Wednesdays after school at Mosman, Ryde and schools in the Eastern Suburbs. Training is one morning per week either on school grounds or at Willoughby Leisure Centre.

Social Hockey WGHS usually has teams in the Northern Sydney Beaches Social Hockey Competition who play on small courts at Middle Cove on Thursday evenings. Adults and siblings can play together and there is an opportunity for girls to learn to umpire.

Fees

Approximate Costs 2026:

Indoor hockey: Approx. $170.00 per player per term.

Social Hockey: Approx. $120 per player for 8 weeks.

Additional Hockey NSW fees are charged on top which are approximately $65 per term per player.

The Club is registered as an Active Kids Provider.

Uniform We play in the school sports uniform and have a discount with a local supplier (Olympus Sport at Neutral Bay) for hockey equipment such as sticks, mouth guards and shin pads.

Get Involved

Volunteers are always welcome, it’s a great way for new parents to get to know other parents so please do let us know if you are interested in helping out at all.

Sub-committee

Convenor: Rachel Partis

Treasurer: Emma Van Den Bosch

Administrator: TBC

2026 Calendar

Basketball runs throughout the school year, with two seasons that run by school semester (Terms 1+2 & 3+4). The commitment to the team is by school semester/competition (Competition 1 starts in Week 1 of Term 1 each year). A team ideally has 8-10 players to ensure each player gets sufficient court time.

NSBA Games: U14–U19 on Fridays from 4pm at Crows Nest, Willoughby Leisure Centre & North Sydney Boys High. A bus directly opposite the school goes to all these venues.

Training: The club offers before or after school training on the undercover basketball court with coaches, fun games & skill development.

Fees

• NSBA (Basketball NSW) annual registration approx. $128 (covers both semesters). (Players not registered with NSBA - this fee is payable when advised by WGHS P&C Basketball prior to game 1.)
• WGHS P&C Basketball fee is approx. $350 per semester (Cost covers club equipment, venue cost, game fees & professional coaching. Cost can vary based on number of players).
• Uniform is supplied by WGHS P&C Basketball club - Cost approx. $50.
• Active Kids Vouchers are accepted, one per semester

Get Involved

Parent Involvement: Game scoring is rotated amongst parents. Each team requires a parent manager to communicate with the subcommittee and parents regarding training, game times & other info. We always welcome and appreciate parent volunteers for the subcommittee or coaching.

Sub-committee

Co-Convenor: Leanne Sockeel

Co-Convenor: Greg Skorbacki

Co-Convenor: Nicole Yeung

Treasurer: Andrew Griffiths

2026 Calendar

2026 will kick-off with a weekend soccer camp followed by Pre-Season Cup 2026 in January and February on the Central Coast.

Soccer runs throughout the school year, with two seasons:

·         Terms 1 to 3 - “NSFA Winter Cup” commences April and concludes August. Games are played on Sundays across the North Shore.

·         Term 4 - “Friendship Cup” is held during Term 4, played on Saturdays at the WGHS oval. Format is 4v4 on a half field. Great for skills development. We also field teams in the prestigious “Sydney International Cup” and the “Central Coast Cup”.

TRAINING: After school on the WGHS oval with professional coaches & skill development every Monday & Thursday.

Soccer News

Introducing Mongo Football Club Founded in 2009, by former International professional player, Cyrille Ndongo-Keller, Mongo Football Club is affiliated to the Northern Suburbs Football Association and provides players with the unique opportunity to train and play together under the supervision of paid professional coaches. At Mongo Football, the player is central to our development philosophy. We believe that understanding cultural, academic and other influences around each player is important in helping them fulfil their potential. Mongo Football owes a good part of its reputation to the quality of its training development, philosophy and culture. It is with pride that we see some of our former players competing at the highest level of Australian Football in the A-League and overseas. The Club is recognised for its style of football, culture and dedicated community of current and former parent volunteers. Their time and support is invaluable in supporting our activities on and off the field. Today, Mongo Football is a well known and respected club in football development globally.

Fees

COSTS: Training $250 / term for 1 session / week $130 Tournament fees and kit

Convenor

Convenor: Katrina Bignasca

2026 Calendar

WGHS competes in the Northern Suburbs Touch Association (NSTA) Junior Competition that runs from September to November with games played locally at Artarmon Reserve on either Thursday or Friday evenings.

Training commences Term 3. One session per week at the WGHS oval after school on Tuesdays.

Fees

Approximately $150 covers NSTA registration fees (playing shirt provided) and covers equipment, game fees and training costs. Additional costs for paid coaches may be required (in 2025 this amounted to ~$50 per player).

Get Involved

The program relies on parent volunteers to fill the roles of Team Manager and Coach. Where required the P&C will help source paid coaches to support the program.

Convenor

Convenor: Katrina Bignasca