German International School Sydney vs Redlands

	G German International School Sydney Sydney, Australia	R Redlands Sydney, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$1,655 - 19,762	Fees / year A$330 - 50,425
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, German Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 430	Pupils 1,765
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, German	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1989	Opened 1884
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 33 Myoora Road, Terrey Hills, NSW 2084, Australia. Terrey Hills is a leafy suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches. The campus is connected by four GISS-operated private bus routes and by government public buses; booking is via RollCall and real-time tracking is available. The school sits within the Deutsche Auslandsschule network of German Schools Abroad.	Location 272 Military Road, Cremorne NSW 2090. Cremorne on Sydney's Lower North Shore. Redlands is located close to major transport infrastructure.
Stages	Stages Preschool; Primary School; Junior Secondary; Senior School (IBDP).	Stages Preschool; Junior School (Kindergarten – Year 2); Junior School (Years 3-6); Secondary School
School type	School type Private day school; co-educational; bilingual in English and German; offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 11–12.	School type Independent, coeducational day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 440 students; 38 nationalities; 42 languages; about half from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other countries, and the other half from Australia.	Pupil nationality mix Students from over 30 nationalities
Additional learning support	Additional learning support GISS has a Learning Diversity Team that supports teachers and students with diverse learning needs; it plans, implements and monitors personalised adjustments and collaborates with parents and external professionals as needed; it aims to build teacher capacity to ensure inclusive learning.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Germany-affiliated; part of the Deutsche Auslandsschule (German Schools Abroad) network sponsored by ZfA.	Country affiliation Australia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Anglican
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Reception (Military Road) 8.00am–5.00pm; Redlands House Preschool 8.45am–2.30pm; Transition 8.20am–2.30pm; Kindergarten 8.20am–2.45pm; Year 1 8.20am–3.05pm; Year 2 8.20am–3.05pm; Junior School 8.20am–3.20pm; Secondary School 8.20am–3.20pm. Supervision on all campuses from 8.00am; After School Care from Preschool–Year 6 until 6.00pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details GISS operates four private bus routes across Sydney; bus bookings use RollCall; pricing is zone-based (Zone 1: pre-booked $9.50, casual $13.00; Zone 2: pre-booked $10.50, casual $15.00). For enquiries, bus@giss.nsw.edu.au.	Bus service details Transport NSW Bus Services: government-subsidised transport for eligible students living more than 2km from the school (School Special or Public Bus Services); Redlands Private Bus Services: paid services to Pittwater, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs with timetables for Eastern Suburbs, Inner West and Pittwater.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application fee (non‑refundable): AUD 250 per application. - Enrolment fee (Kindergarten to IB, non‑refundable): AUD 1,250 per child. - Preschool enrolment fee: AUD 500 per child. - Security deposit (refundable, non‑interest bearing): AUD 1,000 per child. - One‑off capital levy (not applicable to short‑term and overseas students): AUD 1,500 per family. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term) - Kindergarten: Annual tuition AUD 15,362 — Per term (4 terms per year): AUD 3,840.50. - Years 1–4: Annual tuition AUD 17,221 — Per term: AUD 4,305.25. - Years 5–6: Annual tuition AUD 18,396 — Per term: AUD 4,599.00. - Years 7–8: Annual tuition AUD 18,570 — Per term: AUD 4,642.50. - Years 9–10: Annual tuition AUD 18,746 — Per term: AUD 4,686.50. - International Baccalaureate (IB) Year 11: Annual tuition AUD 32,653 — Per term: AUD 8,163.25. - IB Year 12: Annual tuition AUD 31,569 — Per term: AUD 7,892.25. Preschool daily rates and funding - Preschool daily rates by number of days and age (2026 rates): - 2 days: Age 3–4 years AUD 147 per day; Age 4+ years AUD 142 per day. - 3 days: Age 3–4 years AUD 135 per day; Age 4+ years AUD 130 per day. - 4–5 days: Age 3–4 years AUD 125 per day; Age 4+ years AUD 118 per day. - Start Strong (government) fee relief applies for eligible children; maximum relief levels and eligibility categories apply. Additional levies and common extra costs - Resource Levy (Kindergarten to Year 6): AUD 400 per student per annum. - Resource Levy (Years 7–12): AUD 350 per student per annum. - Book hire fee (Years 5–10): AUD 250 per student per annum; replacement charges apply for books not returned or returned in unsatisfactory condition. - IB‑specific additional fees: Books for the IB cohort are included in tuition; IB Pamoja fees (subject dependent) are invoiced separately (approx. USD 1,655 where applicable); IB exam retake, enquiry and tutor fees may apply and vary. - Class camps (estimated top cost per student): Years 3 & 4 AUD 620; Years 5 & 6 AUD 890; Year 7 AUD 820; Years 8 & 9 AUD 990; Year 10 AUD 800; Year 11 CAS trip AUD 2,200. - Short‑term & overseas students levy (pro‑rata & per student): AUD 5,000 for short‑term (enrolled less than one year) and overseas students on a student visa. - Bus service fees are charged separately under the school's Bus Fees and Transportation Terms & Conditions. Billing schedule and payment terms - School year runs on a four‑term calendar; tuition amounts above are annual and the school issues invoices for the school year. Per‑term payment calculations above assume four terms. - Fees are payable by the due date shown on the invoice. The last day for payment of fees in any term is the first day of that term. Failure to pay may trigger administrative late fees or restrictions on attendance and academic reports. Payment methods, plans and surcharges - Preferred payment method: payment in full by the first day of school via the FACTS portal (online) using the FACTS Payment Plan option ‘PAY IN FULL'. - Instalment options via the FACTS tuition management portal are available: semester, quarterly or monthly plans. Surcharges on the invoiced amount apply by plan: - Pay per semester: additional 2.5% of invoiced amount. - Pay quarterly: additional 3.5% of invoiced amount. - Pay monthly: additional 4.0% of invoiced amount. Monthly plans incur a one‑off annual FACTS fee of AUD 59 and must be set up with direct debit. - Payment methods accepted via the payment plans: direct debit from a bank account, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. A 1.1% transaction fee applies to all credit card transactions. - If the full yearly fees are not received by 1 February 2026 or two weeks after an invoice is issued, the school will automatically place the family on a 4% surcharge unless otherwise requested in writing; unpaid months will be prorated. Discounts, late fees and non‑payment - Sibling discounts on tuition fees only: first sibling receives a 10% discount; each subsequent sibling receives a 20% discount. - Late payment administration fee: AUD 50 per student per calendar month may apply if payment is not received by the due date. The school may restrict class attendance, withhold academic reports, and pursue collection action for debts more than 90 days overdue. Withdrawal, extended leave and refund information - Minimum notice to withdraw a student: one full term's written notice to the Principal. The school is entitled to charge full tuition fees during the notice period. Parents are not entitled to a refund of a term's school fees where a student is withdrawn at any time during that term. - Extended leave of absence (approved by the Principal for at least one term) incurs a holding fee of 15% in lieu of tuition fees; the holding fee is non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Other practical notes on fees - GISS fees and levies typically include one excursion per term, student accident insurance, technology access and copyright fees; consumables and personal stationery (e.g., calculators) and extraordinary project materials may incur additional charges. - Families billed by an employer should use the school's company/third‑party billing procedures. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application Fee: AUD 330 (non-refundable). - Enrolment Fee: AUD 4,000 for the first child; AUD 2,000 for the second or any subsequent child from the same family (non-refundable; payable on acceptance to confirm the place). Tuition fees by year (annual and per term for 2026) Note: the figures below are the published annual tuition fees for 2026. The per-term figure shown beside each annual fee is the annual fee divided by four (for budgeting and termly payment-plan comparison), recognising the School invoices annual tuition at the start of Term 1 and offers termly payment plans via the School's payment platform. - Redlands House — Junior (2 day program): AUD 12,960 per year; AUD 3,240 per term. - Redlands House — Senior (3 day program): AUD 19,440 per year; AUD 4,860 per term. - Redlands House — Senior (5 day program): AUD 32,400 per year; AUD 8,100 per term. - PreKindergarten: AUD 32,400 per year; AUD 8,100 per term. Junior School - Kindergarten: AUD 28,800 per year; AUD 7,200 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 275 per year. - Year 1: AUD 29,900 per year; AUD 7,475 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 275 per year. - Year 2: AUD 29,900 per year; AUD 7,475 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 275 per year. - Year 3: AUD 34,900 per year; AUD 8,725 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. - Year 4: AUD 37,000 per year; AUD 9,250 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. - Year 5: AUD 37,000 per year; AUD 9,250 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. Technology Charge (Year 5): AUD 425 per year. - Year 6: AUD 37,000 per year; AUD 9,250 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. Secondary School - Year 7: AUD 43,800 per year; AUD 10,950 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. Technology Charge (Year 7): AUD 675 per year. - Year 8: AUD 43,800 per year; AUD 10,950 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. - Year 9: AUD 47,100 per year; AUD 11,775 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 450 per year. - Year 10: AUD 47,100 per year; AUD 11,775 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 525 per year. - Year 11: AUD 47,100 per year; AUD 11,775 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 375 per year. - Year 12: AUD 47,100 per year; AUD 11,775 per term. Resource & Activity Fee: AUD 375 per year. (All core tuition, resource and technology figures from the School's published 2026 Schedule of Fees.) How resource, technology and extra charges are billed - The consolidated Resource and Activity Fee is charged per year and invoiced in two equal instalments on the Term 1 and Term 3 invoices. - The Technology Charge for the transition to school-managed devices is included on Term 1 invoices for the year groups specified (Year 5 and Year 7 in 2026) and will be expanded to additional year groups over time. - Extra-subject and co-curricular charges are billed separately (typically half-yearly) and special experiential programs (multi-day residential programs and optional tours) are billed in full in the term in which they occur. Program-specific/boarding-style charges (where applicable) - Year 9 Moonbah Residential Program (9-week residential at the High Country Campus): AUD 6,500 (billed in full in the term of attendance; includes boarding and catering for that program). - Year 10 Arnhem Land Immersion Program: AUD 2,850 (billed in full in Term 2). - Year 10 Winter School (optional ten-week residential program at the High Country Campus): AUD 17,500 (billed in full in Term 3). - International Baccalaureate (IB) Elective Fee (Years 11 and 12 IB students): AUD 2,950 per year, billed in Term 1 (no refunds for withdrawal from the IB once paid). - The School does not operate a permanent full-time boarding programme on the Cremorne campus; residential charges above relate to specific School residential programs. Other common additional costs (examples and typical charges) - Music private tuition: AUD 1,150 per year; group tuition AUD 695 per year; instrument hire AUD 310 per year. - Drama/theatre private tuition: AUD 1,150 per year; group tuition AUD 695 per year. - Dance private lessons (30 min): AUD 1,440 per year; group lessons (45–60 min) range between AUD 400–535 per semester depending on format. - Visual Arts: AUD 1,024 per year (subject-specific resource charge). - Junior School extra-curricular (e.g. Chess, VEX Robotics): around AUD 200 per semester. - Outside School Hours Care (OOSH) After School Care (2:30–6:00pm): AUD 49 per day; Vacation Care (8:00–18:00): AUD 74 per day. Discounts and sibling concessions - Early payment discount: a 2.5% discount on core tuition is available when annual tuition fees are paid in full on or before 16 January 2026. - Sibling discounts on core tuition (in descending age order): 2nd child 2.5% discount; 3rd child 5.0%; 4th child 50%; 5th child 70%. Sibling discounts apply only while siblings are concurrently enrolled and only to core tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is published for each year. Annual tuition is invoiced at the beginning of Term 1; families may pay in full or use a payment plan (weekly, fortnightly, monthly or termly) managed through the School's integrated payment platform. Other charges are billed on a termly basis with automatic payment via the School's payment platform and the School publishes automatic payment dates and due dates in its fee information. - Withdrawal and notice: for students leaving during or at the end of Terms 1, 2 or 3, one full term's written notice to the Principal is required; failure to give the required notice results in a full term's fees and charges being payable. For a departure during or at the end of Term 4, two full terms' written notice is required; failure to provide that notice results in a full term's fees and charges being payable. Refunds and non-refundable items - The Application Fee and the Enrolment Fee are non-refundable. - The IB Elective Fee is non-refundable once paid and withdrawal from the IB programme does not attract a refund of that surcharge. - Failure to provide the required notice of withdrawal will result in a term's fees being payable in lieu of that notice. - For Full Fee Paying Overseas Students (FFPOS), a Term's Tuition Fee in advance is required on acceptance and is held to meet the student's final term; the NSW Year 12 levy for FFPOS Year 12 candidates is billed separately (added to the Term 3 statement). Accepted payment methods and surcharges - All families are required to register with VCPay (the Veracross integrated payment platform) for management and payment of tuition and other charges. Payments via a linked bank account incur no additional charge. A surcharge is applied when paying by credit or debit card; the surcharge is applied at the time of payment through the payment platform. The School's fee documentation sets out automatic payment dates and the available payment frequencies. Notes on policy items that affect fees - Goods and Services Tax (GST): most school educational services are GST-exempt; if the School becomes liable to GST it reserves the right to recover any additional amount payable. - The School's Board reserves the right to adjust pre-published fees in response to changes in government education funding. (Information presented above follows the School's published Fee Schedule and associated fee documents for 2026.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school provides a complete education in a co-educational and bilingual environment. An intensive language immersion programme leads to bilingual competency in English and German, so students do not need to be familiar with German language beforehand. The curriculum is broad and supports personal development for life after school. In Years 11 and 12 the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).	Curriculum details Redlands provides Preschool to Year 12 with HSC and IB pathways in the Secondary School. The IB Diploma has been offered since 1988, making Redlands the longest-running IB school in New South Wales. The IB Diploma curriculum runs over Years 11-12 with six subjects, Higher Level and Standard Level options, and a Bi-lingual Diploma. The HSC pathway offers a wide range of 1- and 2-unit subjects across Standard, Advanced and Extension levels, with Preliminary courses beginning in Year 11 and internal assessments contributing toward HSC marks. HSC syllabuses are informed by values including Excellence, Respect and Responsibility, Equity and Justice, Inclusivity, and Environmental Sustainability. The Redlands Learning Platform is based on Harvard University research and promotes higher-order thinking, deep learning, social-emotional learning, and independent learning.
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Exam results	Exam results November 2025 IB graduates achieved a pass rate of 93.75% and an average score of 31.5 points. They exceeded the global IB average of 29.3 points.	Exam results 2025 HSC & IB results: 158 students sat the examinations. 11 achieved ATAR 99+, 22 achieved ATAR 98+, 42 achieved ATAR 95+, 82 achieved ATAR 90+, and 126 achieved ATAR 80+. Top performers include Liam Petersen (IB) with 99.95; Jesse Forrest 99.75; Emma Wong 99.75; Sophie Yu 99.7; Robert Coleman 99.4.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates continue their academic journeys at universities across Australia and around the world.	Higher education progression Around 20 percent of Redlands students apply to study at prestigious universities in the US, Britain, Europe and Asia; notable destinations include Oxford and Cambridge in the UK, Stanford and Yale in the US, and the Juilliard School.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented GISS Learning Diversity Team includes support for gifted and talented students.	Gifted and talented Redlands participates in the UNSW GERRIC Gifted Students Program, with 23 Redlands students in Year 8-10 participating in January 2024.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Open Day and tours: Register for Open Day to visit the school and meet staff and students. A principal‑led presentation explains the curriculum and learning methods. If the event day or time is not convenient, group tours or virtual tours are available. Attending Open Day helps families understand the school environment before applying. 2. Online information and enrolment checklist: Access important information about the school online and review the checklist with the required forms to prepare the application. The online resources outline the documents needed and any deadlines. Families can request a meeting with the registrar or school management team to discuss individual circumstances if required. After reviewing, proceed to the online application. 3. Submit online application: Submit the application online. An application fee of $250 is invoiced at the end of the online application. Provide copies of passport(s) and birth certificate where applicable, and the last two school reports; upload documents to the online application. Ensure all required documents are ready before submission. 4. Approval process after submission: Following submission, you will receive an email confirming receipt and updates on the approval process. GISS reviews the application after the documents are received. The outcome will be communicated: a place may be offered, a place may be placed on the waiting list, or the application may be declined. Additional documents may be requested if needed. 5. Interview and admission test: Once all required documents are received, you will be invited to book your child's interview and, if applicable, an admission test. All Kindergarten to Year 12 students must participate in an age-appropriate interview. If the child is overseas at the time, the interview can be conducted online in English or German. A trial day may be scheduled before or after the interview. 6. Enrolment offer, contract and start information: As soon as enrolment is approved, you will receive an offer that includes the enrolment form and notice for the enrolment fee due. After the enrolment form is completed and the enrolment fee is paid, you will receive a copy of the enrolment contract and enrolment is complete. Before school starts, you will receive additional information via email and/or a parent information session to set up your child for a smooth start. The school may provide visa information for overseas students if applicable.	Admissions 1. Step 1: Request the School Prospectus by following the 'Request School Prospectus' button. The prospectus is available in print or email and provides information about the school's academic approach, facilities and care for students. It helps families understand Redlands before applying. 2. Step 2: Discover more about Redlands by booking online into a small group tour or Open Morning. The Open Morning includes an information session and student-led tours of the Junior School and Senior Campus, with times such as 9:15am–9:50am for Junior Campus information sessions and additional tours and welcome sessions for the Senior Campus. 3. Step 3: Please complete the online Application Form. Applications submitted online will be placed on the waitlist, the registration fee is non-refundable, and enrolment registrations are considered on an individual merit. 4. Step 4: Invitations to interview are issued approximately 12–18 months before the scheduled start date, in order of priority status followed by date of receipt. 5. Step 5: Offers are emailed to Parents/Carers. 6. Step 6: Acceptance of Offer, enrolment paperwork and the relevant payment are submitted online to secure the place. The Enrolment Fee is $4,000 ($2,000 for siblings) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Scholarships	Scholarships IB Scholarship offers up to 50% tuition support for the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB Year 11 and 12). It is available to internal and external local Year 10 students with English fluency. Eligibility includes preferably two years at an Australian school, a record of high academic achievement, strong English and Maths, willingness to study in a bilingual/multilingual international environment, personal integrity, and commitment to service learning. German language knowledge is not a prerequisite. How to apply: Year 10 students currently enrolled at GISS email ibscholarship@giss.nsw.edu.au with last four school reports and Year 9 NAPLAN results, a personal statement, and an explanation of why they deserve the scholarship. Year 10 students from another school should start the GISS online application, upload birth certificates, passports, last four reports, and latest NAPLAN results, then email ibscholarship@giss.nsw.edu.au with the personal statement. Applications close on December 3, 2025.	Scholarships Redlands Scholarships are awarded to students who will contribute to the life of the School, with a strong preference for applicants who designate Redlands as their first choice when applying via ACER. Types include Academic Scholarships and Merit/All-Rounder Scholarships for entry to Year 7 and Year 11, Coralie Amos OAM Means-tested Scholarship for Year 7, Music Scholarships for Year 7, and Dance Scholarships for Year 7. All scholarship categories require ACER CSTP testing and a School interview, and may be full or partial tuition remission. Scholarships do not cover textbooks, uniforms, private tuition, or other incidental fees. There are specific timelines, application fees, and conditions, including holding fees upon acceptance and annual review of scholarship status. Closing dates and detailed timelines are published for each scholarship cycle, and the Principal makes final decisions on all awards.
Waitlist	Waitlist An assessment is conducted after the application. The school may offer a place, place the applicant on the waiting list, or decline the application.	Waitlist Applications received will be put on the waitlist.
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