Sport

Sport at the College plays a vital role in developing confident, resilient, and respectful young people. Through a comprehensive and inclusive program, students are encouraged to grow in skill, character, teamwork, and perseverance, while experiencing the joy of participation and the pursuit of excellence.

Junior School Sport

In the Junior School, the emphasis is on participation, enjoyment, and foundational skill development. Students are introduced to sport in a supportive environment that promotes sportsmanship, fair play, and positive relationships. In Stage 2 and 3, students are encouraged to trial for the HZSA Afternoon Sport Program, where they represent the College in an interschool sport program within the Hills. These early experiences help foster confidence, resilience, and a love of physical activity, laying strong foundations for lifelong wellbeing and character growth.

Secondary School Sport

As students progress into Secondary School, the sport program expands significantly, offering greater challenge, commitment, and competitive opportunities. Through our participation in HZSA, AICES, and CIS, students are able to represent the College across a wide range of individual and team sports.

This stage of the program challenges students to demonstrate commitment, discipline, teamwork, and leadership, as they learn to balance performance with integrity and respect for others.

College House Carnivals

Three College House Carnivals are held annually - Swimming, Cross Country, and Athletics. These events are a highlight of the College calendar and provide opportunities for every student to participate at their own level, contributing to House spirit, belonging, and community connection.

The House Carnivals also serve as the pathway to College representation, with teams for HZSA selected from these events. Students in Junior School will go on to represent HZSA at CIS level, whereas Secondary Students represent HZSA at AICES, then progress to CIS and further competitive levels.

Representative Sport

Students may progress to representative levels through HZSA in Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, and a wide range of team and individual sports throughout the year. HZSA also offers a Year 5–11 Triathlon, typically held in Term 4, providing further opportunities for challenge and achievement. Representative sport opportunities are communicated in the weekly Junior and Secondary School Sports Scene, sent to both students and parents/carers.

Additional Information

Further information regarding afternoon sport, individual and team nominations, communication processes, uniform requirements, and frequently asked questions is available in the Junior and Secondary School Sport Booklets below.

Details of the College Rugby Program for Secondary School students can also be found in the Rugby Program Booklet.

Students and parents/carers are encouraged to read these documents carefully, including the HZSA Code of Conduct, to ensure a clear understanding of expectations and to support a positive and respectful sporting environment.

For further enquiries, please contact sport@arndell.nsw.edu.au.