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Sydney Private Schools

Information on private schools in Sydney, NSW Australia. This complete Sydney list contains all private and independent primary schools and secondary schools in Sydney.

The term 'private school' refers to any primary or secondary school that is not administered by the State government. Private schools charge each student a fee to attend and include Catholic schools, Independent schools, Christian schools, non-denominational (no religious affiliation) and other religion-operated schools. Most of the top Sydney schools are private schools. The best Sydney schools are also some of the best schools in Australia.

How many Private Schools are there in Sydney?
There are around 520 private schools in Sydney. Over 300 are Catholic schools and around 35 are Anglican schools. Of the remaining schools, many are Christian schools but at least 57 are non-denominational schools. 72 Sydney schools accept international students (CRICOS registered). 28 schools in Sydney are boarding schools which makes Sydney a popular choice for regional parents looking to send their child to a boarding school. Sydney also has over 60 schools for boys-only and over 50 schools for girls. The remaining Sydney schools are co-educational.

Schools are listed below in order of most-recently updated.

 

This list contains 516 results

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Northern Beaches Christian School (NBCS)
Northern Beaches Christian School - Terrey Hills NSW
Our aim is to develop a culture that brings out the best in our students – in their learning, in their character, in the opportunities they take, the friendships they develop, and in understanding the message of the God who loves them.
Town or Suburb Terrey Hills
Religion Christian
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels K - 12
Student Enrolments 1300
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
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Sydney Japanese International School
Sydney Japanese International School
Town or Suburb Terrey Hills
Religion Non-denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Primary School
Year Levels International Division Kindergarten to Year 6
Japanese Division - Year 1 to Year 9
Student Enrolments 240
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Barker College
Barker College - Hornsby NSW
Barker is a fully coeducational Anglican school for Pre-K to Year 12 students located on the upper North Shore of Sydney. Boarding for Years 10 - 12.
Town or Suburb Hornsby
Religion Anglican
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Pre-Kindergarten – Year 12 Coed
Student Enrolments 2800
BoardingBoarding Available
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St Vincent's College, Potts Point
St Vincents College Potts Point NSW
St Vincent’s College is a dynamic learning community which cherishes its Catholic heritage. The College fosters creativity, discernment and leadership in the development of students to be courageous women of action.
Town or Suburb Potts Point
Religion Catholic
Main Gender GirlsGirls
School Type
  • Secondary School
Year Levels Year 7 - 12
Student Enrolments 750
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
BoardingBoarding Available
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The McDonald College, North Strathfield
The McDonald College, North Strathfield NSW
The McDonald College is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational K – 12 school in North Strathfield. We offer a range of performing arts and elite sports disciplines with an equal focus on students’ academic studies.
Town or Suburb North Strathfield
Religion Non Denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Years K - 12
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Tara Anglican School For Girls
Tara Anglican School For Girls, North Parramatta
Tara Anglican School for Girls is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school situated in North Parramatta. Tara is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and the HSC.
Town or Suburb North Parramatta
Religion Anglican
Main Gender GirlsGirls
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Pre Kindergarten - Year 12
Student Enrolments 900
IB

 An International Baccalaureate World School

Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School, Middle Cove
Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School, Middle Cove NSW
Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School (Preschool-12) offers an academically challenging, emotionally fulfilling, and culturally enriching learning environment where teachers educate to the highest standard and support students on their journey to a successful future.
Town or Suburb Middle Cove
Religion Non-denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Preschool -Year 12
Student Enrolments 500
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
Crest/ Logo
International Grammar School
International Grammar School - Ultimo NSW
Located within minutes of Sydney's CBD, IGS is a unique co-educational and secular independent school with a bilingual focus - from Early Learning to Year 12.
Town or Suburb Ultimo
Religion Non Denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Early Learning to Year 12
Crest/ Logo
Shire Christian School
Shire Christian School - Barden Ridge NSW
Shire Christian School started in 1977 and has over 950 students from Prep - Year 12. The school is known for its solid Christian foundation, extensive curriculum choice, strong pastoral care, varied learning experiences and excellence in academic performance.
Town or Suburb Barden Ridge
Religion Non Denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Prep - Year 12
Student Enrolments 950
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
Crest/ Logo
St Scholastica's College
St Scholastica's College - Glebe Point NSW
St Scholastica’s College is a Catholic, independent school in the Good Samaritan tradition for girls in Years 7-12. Our day and boarding school has been educating young women for 140 years, instilling values which have their foundations in the Catholic faith.
Town or Suburb Glebe Point
Religion Catholic
Main Gender GirlsGirls
School Type
  • Secondary School
Year Levels Year 7 - Year 12
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Westbourne College Sydney
Westbourne College Sydney
Town or Suburb Ultimo
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Secondary School
Year Levels Year 10, Year 11 and Year 12.
Student Enrolments 75
IB

 An International Baccalaureate World School

Crest/ Logo
Mater Maria Catholic College – Warriewood
Mater Maria Catholic College – Warriewood
Mater Maria Catholic College is a vibrant, nurturing community for Years 7 to 12, located in the tranquil bush setting of Warriewood Valley. We provide opportunities for creative problem-solving, critical thinking and a love of lifelong learning.
Town or Suburb Warriewood
Religion Catholic
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Secondary School
Year Levels Year 7 - Year 12
Crest/ Logo
Shore
SHORE, North Sydney NSW
Shore’s philosophy is to help heads, hearts and souls flourish. Intelligence, courage and empathy are the bedrock of the character we strive to help build through our holistic education, preparing boys for the path they choose to follow in life.
Town or Suburb North Sydney
Religion Anglican
Main Gender BoysBoys
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Early Learning - Year 12
Student Enrolments 1800
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Trinity Grammar School, Sydney
Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill and Strathfield NSW
An independent, non-selective, Anglican school for boys from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
Town or Suburb Summer Hill
Religion Anglican
Main Gender BoysBoys
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Pre Kindergarten to Year 12
Student Enrolments 2,150
IB

 An International Baccalaureate World School

Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
Crest/ Logo
Ravenswood School for Girls
Ravenswood School for Girls
Ravenswood School for Girls is one of Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools. A Uniting Church, Prep to Year 12 Day multi-award-winning Positive Education and Wellbeing School that also offers Boarding from Year 7.
Town or Suburb Gordon
Religion Uniting Church
Main Gender GirlsGirls
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels PREP-12
Student Enrolments 1476
IB

 An International Baccalaureate World School

Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Newington College
Newington College - Stanmore NSW
Newington is a comprehensive, K-12, day and boarding College located in Stanmore, NSW.
Town or Suburb Stanmore
Religion Uniting Church
Main Gender Boys, girls, co-ed Boys/Girls/Co-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels ELC - Year 12
IB

 An International Baccalaureate World School

Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Currambena Primary School and Preschool
Currambena School, Lane Cove NSW
Empowering young minds through progressive education and democratic principles, Currambena fosters confident, compassionate learners ready to thrive in a dynamic world.
Town or Suburb Lane Cove
Religion Non Denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
Year Levels Preschool to Year 6
Crest/ Logo
The Scots College, Bellevue Hill
The Scots College, Bellevue Hill NSW
The Scots College is committed to a culture of high expectations. As one of the top private boys' schools in Sydney, we acknowledge the importance of student engagement, of challenge and active learning opportunities.
Town or Suburb Bellevue Hill
Religion Presbyterian
Main Gender BoysBoys
School Type
  • Early Learning
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Early Years (age 3 and 4) to Year 12
BoardingBoarding Available
Crest/ Logo
Regents Park Christian School
Regents Park Christian School
Regents Park Christian School is a warm and inviting co-educational community where your child will be welcomed and nurtured from Kindergarten through to Year 12. We invite you to tour our campus to discover our facilities, programs and culture.
Town or Suburb Regents Park
Religion Christian
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Kindergarten to Year 12
Gifted and Talented Program Gifted & Talented Program
Additional Needs Program
Crest/ Logo
Reddam House North Shore
Reddam House North Shore
Town or Suburb North Sydney
Religion Non-denominational
Main Gender Co-edCo-ed
School Type
  • Primary - Year 12 School
Year Levels Kindergarten - Year 12
Crest/ Logo

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