Elizabeth Macarthur Selective and Community High School is situated at Narellan, a fast growing semi rural area south-west of Sydney. The school draws students from rural areas to the west and the urban areas immediately surrounding the campus. Beginning 2010 the school will be partially selective. The school has developed an excellent reputation, particularly in the areas of Creative and Performing Arts and Agriculture. Elizabeth Macarthur Selective and Community School values teachers with a high degree of professional practice who view themselves as lifelong learners and view the wellbeing of students as paramount. A safe environment where rights and responsibilities are valued by staff and students. Teachers who are committed to achieving excellence in public education through Quality Teaching. A supportive and nurturing environment where students have the opportunity to fulfil their potential. All staff have attained a certificate in Gifted Education from the University of NSW to allow the staff to individualise education for all students. The school not only offers traditionally academic courses but also allows students to mix Vocational Education Courses and TAFE as well as School Based traineeships and work placement in their attainment of the Higher School Certificate and School Certificate. Elizabeth Macarthur High School is an award-winning high school that was the birthplace of the program 'Eat it Work it Move it'. This program has since been adopted by schools across the country to improve the wellbeing of students and staff through healthy eating and exercise. Elizabeth Macarthur Selective and Community High School achieves it mission statement of Respect, Reponsibility and Pride through a commitment to its community of schools and is proud to continue the grand traditions and strong values of public education.