AASHS in 2026

In 2026 Aunty Agnes Shea High School will open for year 7 and 8 students.

Where is the school located?

Aunty Agnes Shea High School is in Taylor, North Gungahlin, next to Margaret Hendry School. This site was chosen for its central location within Taylor and its proximity to Margaret Hendry.

How are ACT public schools designed?

ACT public schools are designed using the Education Directorate’s Infrastructure Specification (EDIS). To achieve best practice in both the design of our Learning Spaces and the effective operation of a sustainable ACT public school.

To achieve this EDIS is underpinned by a set of principles: a focus on contemporary, flexible Teaching and Learning; Inclusive for all students and staff; Cultural Integrity – their connection to the land on which they are built; Sustainable Design and the Wellbeing of our students and staff.

What will be included in the school?

The school will cater for up to 800 students in years 7 to 10 and provide high quality general and specialist learning environments. This will incorporate both indoor and outdoor learning areas, as well as integrated spaces to support the individual needs of all students.

The new high school responds to the strong connections with nearby parklands, the strong cultural significance of the region and with an emphasis on environmentally sustainable design.

Consistent with the ACT Government’s commitment to act on climate change, the school will be fully electric in its operation. The buildings will use sustainable materials, double glazed windows, air permeability membranes and a large solar panel array.

Internal spaces in the school will have access to natural light, as well as access to external learning environments.

Spaces for community use will be provided and positioned for ease of access. These facilities will include a double gymnasium with basketball, netball, futsal, volleyball and badminton markings, and a drama/ dance space.