Families use a variety of criteria in deciding on a particular High School, such as:
School Culture - a focus on a positive environment and relationships.Socio-Economic Status - a focus on parent background.
Curriculum - a focus on interesting and useful courses.
Year 12 Results & Value Adding - a focus on academic performance.
NAPLAN results - a focus on academic ability in junior years.
Accelerated Learning and Select Entry Schools - a focus on gifted and talented students.
Special Programs - a focus on individualized programs.
VET Courses - a focus on practical skills.
Uniform - a focus on discipline?
Other factors - transition, pastoral care, language, wellbeing, etc
