Students from Galston High School achieved impressive results in the HSC examinations released at the end of last year. A total of 84 students from Galston High School sat the 2025 HSC, many of whom reached outstanding academic milestones across a range of subjects.
97% of Year 12 students who applied to university had already secured early-entry offers for their preferred courses before sitting their exams.
Six students earned NSW Distinguished Achiever Awards by scoring 90% or higher in one or more subjects.
Six students were nominated for HSC showcases for outstanding Major Projects, including Drama (2 students) and Science Extension (4 students — representing 100% of that class).
84% of students reached results within the Top Three Bands.
Students performed above the state average in ten subjects, with 90% of subjects achieving results in the Top Two Bands. Half of all students also scored in the Top Two Bands, and every subject had students achieving in the Top Three Bands.
Galston High School, located in the semirural suburb of Galston in the Hills district, is a small school where each student embodies the core values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best – whether in the classroom, through leadership, the arts or service to others.
The school management says it is very proud of the Class of 2025, who have not only achieved outstanding results but have also grown into confident, creative and community-minded young adults. They built lasting friendships, embraced critical thinking, and developed the character to shape the future with confidence.
Special mention goes to Reuben Carn and Connor Reeves – who each received an Outstanding Achievement for Science Extension Publication and achieved their ATAR Personal Best in Science Extension. Notably, both completed these studies as accelerated students and will complete their full HSC in 2026.
“These successes reflect the strength of Galston High School’s diverse curriculum, the dedication of its exceptional teaching staff, and the unwavering support of our students’ families. We congratulate the Class of 2025 and look forward to seeing the remarkable contributions they will make beyond our gates,” said Julia Petrulis, Deputy Principal at Galston High School.
Here is a snapshot of what some HSC students are doing now:
- TAYLOR DAVIES: Bachelor of Engineering Mechanics – UTS
- SORAYA LA PLUME BARKER: Bachelor of Arts Macquarie University
- OLIVIA JAROME – Bachelor of Medical Science – Macquarie University
- SOFIA BELTRAN CATTANACH: Bachelor of Law/International Studies-Western Sydney
- JASMINE BARRETT: Employment – Gap Year- Employment- Retail/ Music Tutoring
- AMELIE REEVES: Bachelor of Science- (Major Innovation Science)-UTS
- LILIANA ABOLTINS: Gap Year- Working in Hospitality
