It is a similar story in the south. Cronulla High had 1281 students enrolled last year – exceeding the official enrolment cap by 481. Nearby selective Caringbah High has had no change in enrolment over the past five years.
University of NSW gifted education expert Professor Jae Jung said not every child who was academically gifted necessarily belonged in a selective school,but it made sense to lift the number of places available.