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Location

27 Bancroft Avenue, Roseville NSW 2069. The campus is on a single site with facilities located together. Roseville College Bus operates between Roseville College and the lower Northern Beaches, with stops at North Balgowlah, Balgowlah, Seaforth, Frenchs Forest, Killarney Heights and Forestville; the morning service arrives at the college by 8:05am and the afternoon service departs at 3:30pm.

Stages

Preparatory to Year 12 (girls).

Type

An Anglican School for girls.

Additional learning support

Inclusive Learning Department provides student learning support; English language proficiency support is available for overseas students.

Country affiliation

Australia

Religious affiliation

Anglican

School day structure

Day school with a morning start and an afternoon finish; transport times indicate 8:05am arrival and 3:30pm dismissal for bus service.

Bus service

Roseville College Bus provides a dedicated service between Roseville College and the lower Northern Beaches, with stops at North Balgowlah, Balgowlah, Seaforth, Frenchs Forest, Killarney Heights and Forestville; operated by CDC Charter for Roseville College students only; morning arrival at 8:05am and afternoon departure at 3:30pm; flexible pass options available.

Enrolment fees

- Application fee: AUD 300 (payable on application; non-refundable).
- Acceptance fee: AUD 1,500 (payable to confirm an offered place; non-refundable).
- Finalisation fee: AUD 2,500 (payable 24 months prior to commencement; non-refundable).

Annual tuition and term amounts (school fees and camp fees)

- Preparatory: School fee AUD 24,200; Camp fee AUD 0; Total annual fees AUD 24,200; School fee per term AUD 6,050.
- Kindergarten: School fee AUD 24,200; Camp fee AUD 160; Total annual fees AUD 24,360; School fee per term AUD 6,050; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 1: School fee AUD 24,200; Camp fee AUD 160; Total annual fees AUD 24,360; School fee per term AUD 6,050; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 2: School fee AUD 24,200; Camp fee AUD 250; Total annual fees AUD 24,450; School fee per term AUD 6,050; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 3: School fee AUD 26,980; Camp fee AUD 380; Total annual fees AUD 27,360; School fee per term AUD 6,745; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 4: School fee AUD 26,980; Camp fee AUD 380; Total annual fees AUD 27,360; School fee per term AUD 6,745; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 5: School fee AUD 30,100; Camp fee AUD 620; Total annual fees AUD 30,720; School fee per term AUD 7,525; camp charged in Term 1.
- Year 6: School fee AUD 30,100; Camp fee AUD 570; Total annual fees AUD 30,670; School fee per term AUD 7,525; camp charged in Term 3.
- Year 7: School fee AUD 37,900; Camp fee AUD 810; Total annual fees AUD 38,710; School fee per term AUD 9,475; camp charged in Term 1.
- Year 8: School fee AUD 37,900; Camp fee AUD 790; Total annual fees AUD 38,690; School fee per term AUD 9,475; camp charged in Term 1.
- Year 9: School fee AUD 38,800; Camp fee AUD 810; Total annual fees AUD 39,610; School fee per term AUD 9,700; camp charged in Term 1.
- Year 10: School fee AUD 38,800; Camp fee AUD 1,240; Total annual fees AUD 40,040; School fee per term AUD 9,700; camp charged in Term 4 (Year 10 camp optional; charged in advance if registered).
- Year 11: School fee AUD 40,260; Camp levy total AUD 860 (charged across Terms 1 and 3 as two levies: Term 1 AUD 460 and Term 3 AUD 400); Total annual fees AUD 41,120; School fee instalments shown as Terms 1 and 3.
- Year 12: School fee AUD 40,260; Camp fee AUD 0; Total annual fees AUD 40,260; Year 12 school fees are billed over three termly instalments (three-term arrangement).

Camp fees and refunds

- Camp fees are charged as a one-off levy in the term in which the camp occurs (or in advance for optional camps). Year 11 have two camp levies charged in Term 1 and Term 3. Camp fees are non-refundable under any circumstances for compulsory camps.

Additional charges and other costs

- Additional charges for co-curricular activities, excursions, equipment and optional items are applied on a ‘user-pays' basis and are itemised per student according to participation. These additional charges are advised at the point of registration or commitment to the activity.
- Uniform costs: uniform items and typical prices apply; examples include blazers (from around AUD 235–250), jumpers (around AUD 95), dresses (around AUD 135), school bags (from around AUD 110–120) and specific sports items and accessories. A full uniform price list and online store are available for purchase. Uniform prices are subject to change.
- Representative or specialised sports kit, instrumental hire, excursions, optional trips and certain co-curricular items may be charged separately; some team items are hired rather than purchased.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fee statements are issued by email before the beginning of each term. Fees are due in advance either at the end of the first week of each term (where no direct debit arrangement is in place) or via a direct debit arrangement. Amended invoices for mid-term enrolments are payable within seven days of the invoice date.
- Direct debit arrangements can be set up via the parent portal and will automatically debit amounts on an agreed schedule so that full payment is made by the end of November in each calendar year. Parents may elect to pay the full year's fees at the start of the year.
- If an account is not paid in full within 21 days of the due date, the College may add an overdue charge to the account. If insufficient written notice is given on withdrawal, one full term's fees will be charged in lieu of notice (one full term's notice in writing to the Principal is required before terminating enrolment).

Payment methods and card surcharges

- Accepted payment methods include BPAY (including debit or credit card linked via BPAY), online payments via the parent portal (direct debit or credit card), and direct debit arrangements from a nominated bank account or credit card. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are accepted for online payments; surcharges apply to card transactions.

Sibling concession and building fund

- A sibling discount of 10% on school fees applies to the second and subsequent sisters attending the College at the same time; only the larger concession applies if a student is eligible for multiple concessions.
- Voluntary Building Fund donation suggested level: AUD 300 per term, per family (donations are generally tax deductible).

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; the College does not list boarding fees or a boarding program.

Withdrawal and refunds

- Enrolment fees (application, acceptance, finalisation) are non-refundable and are not credited towards tuition. Camp fees for compulsory camps are non-refundable. One full term's written notice to the Principal is required to terminate enrolment; if insufficient notice is provided and the place cannot be filled, a school term's fees will be charged in lieu of notice. Overdue charges may be applied if fees remain unpaid beyond the stated timeframe.

Summary

- Present fees are shown in Australian dollars (AUD). The main fee components are enrolment fees (non-refundable), school tuition (charged termly; Year 12 billed over three terms), a one-off camp levy for each year group where applicable, and additional user-pays charges for co-curricular and optional items. Payment is accepted by BPAY, direct debit and credit card via the parent portal (card surcharges apply); direct debit schedules are available to spread payments so full payment is made by the end of November each year.

Boarding Arrangements

Roseville College is a day school. Overseas students on a 500 visa may enrol in Junior School (Kindergarten–Year 6) or Senior School (Year 7–12). It is preferred that overseas students reside with a parent; in some cases, Senior School students may live with an approved Homestay family.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are compulsory and available from the Roseville College Uniform Store. Summer uniform is worn in Terms 1 and 4; Winter uniform in Terms 2 and 3; a Panama hat is worn with the Summer uniform and not with the Winter uniform. The Senior School uniform includes a dress or skirt with blouse and blazer, tights or socks, and optional jumpers, with specific footwear (black leather shoes) and jewellery rules (plain studs allowed from Year 7). Sport uniform is worn for sport separately.

Food Options

Cafe 1908 operates on school days from 8:00am to 2:00pm, offering breakfast, recess, lunch and afternoon tea with healthy options. Two menus exist: Junior School Café and Senior School Café, and orders can be placed online via FlexiSchools. Café 1908 is run by Vanilla Blue.

House System

Roseville College has four Sport Houses: Chisholm, Cuthbert, Franklin and Preston. Pastoral Care groups (PC) are divided into eight groups per year, with two PC groups per House; PC groups align with each House to support students. House Captains lead the organisation and running of House-based events and competitions.

Governance and Ownership

Roseville College is a member of The Anglican Schools Corporation. The Anglican Schools Corporation Board governs the Corporation, and the Roseville College Council operates as a Board-appointed subcommittee overseeing the College.

Curriculum

Curriculum runs from Preparatory to Year 12. In Years 9–10, compulsory subjects are Christian Studies, English, Geography, History, Mathematics and PDHPE. Elective subjects include Cambridge International courses such as Drama, Global Perspectives, Sociology and Physics, with additional Cambridge options listed in the curriculum booklet. Languages offered include Chinese, French and Japanese, with electives in Computing Technology, Visual Arts, Geography and Economics. The Junior School delivers the IB Primary Years Program, and Cambridge International offerings have expanded in Senior School to include Drama joining the Cambridge suite. Roseville College provides 1:1 devices for students through a BYOD program to support learning.

Student Teacher Ratio

Approximately 8.5 students per teaching staff member based on around 1,000 students and 118 teaching staff (2022 figures).

Exam Results

2025 HSC Outcomes: Roseville College ranked 19th in NSW in the SMH HSC School Ranking. Three students achieved a perfect ATAR of 99.95 and shared the title of HSC Dux. Three First in Course results were achieved in Biology, Chemistry and Legal Studies. 15 All-round Achievers were recognised, and 33% of students achieved an ATAR of 95.00 and above while 49% achieved an ATAR of 90.00 and above.

Higher Education Progression

In 2022–2024, 91.2% of the graduating cohort received an early entry offer to university and 100% were offered a university place; 56.9% of offers were STEM-related. These patterns reflect strong university pathways for Roseville College graduates.

Gifted and Talented

Staff professional learning includes Inclusive Education – Learning Support and Gifted and Talented training as part of ongoing teacher development.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Wellbeing is vital: emotional, physical and spiritual health are central to learning. The integrated wellbeing approach keeps each girl known and part of a family-like community, supporting relationships that sustain wellbeing. The Wellbeing department provides a toolkit and onsite psychologists to build emotional resilience and support proactive management of wellbeing. If additional support is needed, staff collaborate with families and external agencies, delivering personalised responses. Senior School teachers have Youth Mental Health First Aid certification to strengthen mental health literacy across the college.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Inclusive Learning provides targeted support for students who require additional assistance. The program uses a differentiated curriculum and collaboration between Inclusive Learning teachers, classroom teachers and support staff to help students access the curriculum. High-ability students are extended within the Inclusive Learning framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Language proficiency with EALD: Students studying English as an Additional Language and/or Dialect receive specialised support to maximise learning. Individualised support helps access the full academic program and builds language skills through group and one-to-one interaction, with development in speaking, writing, vocabulary, reading and grammar.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is central: emotional, physical and spiritual health are integral to learning. The wellbeing toolkit and onsite college psychologist team support students' emotional resilience and proactive wellbeing management. Staff have wellbeing and mental health training, with Senior School teachers holding Youth Mental Health First Aid certification to strengthen mental health literacy across the college.

Safeguarding

The College maintains a Child Safe policy and a safe environment for children, with compliance to NSW child protection laws and the NSW Child Safe Standards. Codes of Conduct outline expectations of behaviour for students and staff; a Student Discipline Policy ensures safety and fair treatment. The Anti-Bullying policy prohibits bullying; a Complaints Handling Policy and a Report a Concern mechanism are available for safeguarding concerns.

History

Roseville College was founded in 1908 by Miss Isobel Davies, the daughter of a retired Welsh clergyman. Seven pupils began the school in a cottage named Hinemoa, and by the end of the first year enrolment was 24. In the 1930s enrolment reached about 100, and by 1976 it had grown to 500. In the 1960s the school was purchased by what is today The Anglican Schools Corporation, securing its longer‑term future. Today the College has 1,000 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

Community

The school is described as a community of purpose where each girl is known and valued from Preparatory to Year 12. It offers a family‑like environment where relationships support learning, wellbeing and life beyond the school gates, with a focus on a balanced education that develops physical, spiritual and emotional wellbeing. Interaction across year levels on a single campus is central to the school's identity and fosters warmth within the community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Roseville College Parent Association (RCPA) is a vibrant part of the school community. It is a volunteer group made up of parent representatives who actively engage with all parents in the Roseville College community. The RCPA operates under the authority of the Principal and is supported by the Director of Development and Community Engagement and the Community Relations Manager. The RCPA organizes events, activities and programs and holds regular meetings (generally once a term). The Class Parent Network coordinates social and friend‑raising events for each class and year group. RCPA volunteers contribute in a range of ways, including supporting education programs, extra‑curricular opportunities, marshalling and events, and providing meals for families in distress; all volunteers must have a Working With Children Check.

Facilities Overview

The campus covers 2.3 hectares on Sydney's North Shore and includes a Preparatory School, Junior School complex, Middle School complex and Senior Girls' Study and Recreation area. It has a Sports Centre with a fully wheelchair-accessible, heated indoor 8-lane 25 metre swimming pool and a gym, a Multipurpose Hall and Chapel, a Performing Arts Centre with a 350-seat acoustically designed auditorium, drama and recording studios, a Creative Arts Centre, a contemporary library and other specialised learning spaces.

Sports Facilities

The Sports Centre features a 25 metre heated swimming pool, a strength and conditioning gym, a dance studio and three outdoor multipurpose courts. Roseville Park Oval is a short walk from campus and is used for sports training and practice.

Academic Facilities

Nine purpose-built science spaces across the Junior and Senior schools support hands-on learning in science, including Cambridge International Physics and Chemistry. Visual Arts and Design & Technology facilities include Design and Technology workshops and dedicated visual arts classrooms, with nutrition and food technology spaces in Senior School.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Co-curricular opportunities are available, including performing arts supported by the Performing Arts Centre (auditorium, drama and recording studios) and sport-related activities.

Academic & Intellectual

Debating and public speaking are featured as co-curricular academic opportunities. The school has inter-school competitions for senior students in Years 7-12 including ISDA, SDN and IGSA Archdale Debating, with Mock Trial and Tournament of Minds available. Junior School students in Years 5-6 participate in ISDA and SDN debating competitions and the Tournament of Minds. Maths Olympiad and Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA) extend analytical and global thinking.

Arts & Creative

Music is at the heart of Roseville College with classroom, extended tuition and co-curricular streams. Classroom programs run from Preparatory to Year 8 and the tuition program offers instrumental, vocal, musicianship and composition lessons with many instruments available for hire. There are ensembles including choir, orchestra, Senior and Junior concert bands, saxophone, woodwind and brass ensembles, and various string groups. Performing arts include drama clubs, theatre sports and stagecraft, with on-site Dance classes in Ballet Foundations, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Barre and DanceFit.

Cultural & Language

Languages Club provides opportunities to engage with language learning. Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA) is part of co-curricular activities, fostering cross-cultural awareness. Shakespeare Carnival is included as a cultural/language activity within the cocurricular program.

Social & Hobbies

Cocurricular Clubs cover a broad range of interests, including Anime and Manga Club, Art Club, Book Club and Chess Club. There are also Debating, Digital Media Club, Mock Trial, Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA), Theatre Group and Theatre Sports among other offerings. Additional clubs include Photography Club, Maths Olympiad, Science Club, STEAM Club, TED-Ed Club and Write a Book in a Day.

Community & Service

The school has the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, which empowers students to achieve personal best, learn life skills and make a positive contribution to the community.

Leadership & Professional

The school has leadership development through the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. The school has opportunities in debating, Mock Trial and MUNA that cultivate leadership and professional skills. The school raises girls to be leaders.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school has an extensive sports program that encourages participation and supports physical fitness and the development of sporting skills. Dance classes are offered on-site with Ballet Foundations, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Barre and DanceFit. Music and performing arts programs provide creative outlets that contribute to wellbeing.

Admissions

1. Complete an online enrolment application. The Enrolment Process begins with enquiry and requires submitting an online enrolment form for each daughter. The application fee is 300 AUD and is non-refundable. During the application you upload documents including the daughter's full birth certificate, proof of Australian citizenship or residency (if applicable), the latest school report (if applicable), the NAPLAN report (if applicable), and two written references from a clergy member, teacher, close family friend, or colleague.

2. Offer of a confirmed place. After the application is reviewed, an offer of a confirmed place may be made if a place is available in the requested year. The accepted place must be confirmed within four weeks by paying the non-refundable Acceptance Fee of 1,500 AUD. If a place is not immediately available, the Registrar will contact you about placing your daughter on the waitlist. Waitlist ranking is by date of application, with possible priority given to relatives of alumni, siblings already enrolled, and daughters of Anglican clergy.

3. Finalisation of place. A Finalisation Fee of 2,500 AUD is payable two years prior to commencement to secure the place; the fee is non-refundable. If the Finalisation Fee is not paid, the place is not confirmed.

4. Interviews. For enrolment in Years 8–11, an interview with the Principal is required as part of the process, and any offer of a place is at the Principal's discretion. Interviews for Preparatory, Kindergarten, Year 3, Year 5 and Year 7 occur in the year before commencement and are informal, forming part of orientation. The interview also provides an opportunity for parents and daughters to ask questions.

5. Orientation. Orientation events are held to prepare new intake and help families integrate into College life, providing opportunities to meet new students, current students, and staff and to orient themselves around the campus.

Scholarships

Foundation Scholarship (means-tested) for new students entering Year 7, Year 10 or Year 11; fully covers tuition fees and is funded by members of the school community. Applications for the 2027 Foundation Scholarship are open and close on Friday 23 January 2026. Academic Scholarships for Year 7 Entry and Senior Academic Scholarships for Years 8–11 Entry; scholarship examination is held at Roseville College and short-listed candidates are interviewed with the Principal; Scholarships cover tuition fees only. All-Rounder Scholarships for Year 7 Entry and Senior All-Rounder Scholarships for Years 8–11 Entry; selection includes a scholarship examination and, for some entries, a short video and an interview with the Principal. Music Scholarships for Year 7 Entry and Senior Music Scholarships for Years 8–11 Entry; selection includes a music audition process (video round followed by live audition) and an interview. Scholarship examinations for Academic, All-Rounder, and Music scholarships are conducted on Saturday 21 February 2026 at the College. Documentation requirements, timelines, and audition/examination details are published in the scholarship descriptions. Applications for 2027 are open; deadlines and timelines are published (e.g., documentation due by 23 January 2026; examinations on 21 February 2026). Scholarships may require additional ongoing conditions and are subject to Governor/Principal discretion; scholarships cover tuition fees only, with other expenses payable by families at the full rate. For questions about scholarships, contact the Registrar's office.

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Waitlist

The waitlist is used when a place is not immediately available. The Registrar places applicants on the waitlist, and waitlist ranking is by date of application. The College reserves the right to prioritise applications from relatives of alumni, children with siblings already enrolled, and daughters of Anglican clergy.