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Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE, Australian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Japanese
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Roseville College is an Anglican day school for girls on Sydney's North Shore, offering a continuous education from Preparatory to Year 12. The Junior School delivers the IB Primary Years Programme, while the Senior School expands Cambridge International options alongside the Australian Curriculum. In Years 9 and 10, core subjects include Christian Studies, English, Geography, History, Mathematics and PDHPE, with electives in Drama, Global Perspectives, Sociology and Physics among Cambridge offerings. Languages taught include Chinese, French and Japanese, with electives in Computing Technology, Visual Arts, Geography and Economics. The campus spans 2.3 hectares and features a dedicated Preparatory area, modern science spaces, Design and Technology studios, a Creative Arts Centre and a Performing Arts Centre with a 350-seat auditorium. A 1:1 BYOD program supports learning, alongside extensive sports facilities, music ensembles and debating, MUNA, Mock Trial and other cocurricular opportunities, reinforcing leadership, service and global awareness across curriculum and community.
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.
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Fees
Annual tuition at Roseville College ranges from AUD 24,200 to AUD 40,260 for 2026/27.
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.
Academics
Roseville College teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE, Australian Curriculum.
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.
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Reputation
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Admissions
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.
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FAQs
What age range does Roseville College serve?
Roseville College serves girls from Preparatory through to Year 12. The school is an Anglican girls' day school on a 2.3-hectare campus in Roseville on Sydney's North Shore.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The Junior School delivers the IB PYP. The Senior School offers the NSW HSC with Cambridge International options in subjects like Drama, Global Perspectives, Sociology, and Physics.
What are the academic results?
In 2025, three students achieved a perfect ATAR of 99.95. Roseville ranked 19th in NSW. Three First in Course results were achieved in Biology, Chemistry, and Legal Studies, with 33% in the top 10%.
What are the tuition fees?
Application is AUD 300, acceptance AUD 1,500, and finalisation AUD 2,500. Annual tuition ranges from AUD 24,200 for Preparatory to AUD 40,260 for Year 12.
What languages are taught?
Chinese, French, and Japanese are offered. Chinese and French run from Junior School, with Japanese added in Senior School. Continuers courses are available through Years 7-12.
What learning support is available?
The Inclusive Learning Department provides differentiated curriculum support. Specialist EALD support helps students with English as an additional language. High-ability students receive extension within the framework.
What sporting facilities are available?
The Sports Centre features a 25m heated indoor pool, strength and conditioning gym, dance studio, and three outdoor multipurpose courts. Roseville Park Oval is nearby for field sports.
What music programme is offered?
Music runs from Preparatory to Year 8 in classrooms, with instrumental, vocal, musicianship, and composition tuition available. Ensembles include orchestras, concert bands, choirs, and chamber groups.
What is the house system?
Four sport houses: Chisholm, Cuthbert, Franklin, and Preston. Pastoral Care groups align with houses to combine competitive sport and pastoral support.
How do I apply?
Apply online with the AUD 300 fee and upload a birth certificate and school reports. Waitlist ranking is by application date. Main entry points are Prep, Kindergarten, and Year 7.
Are scholarships available?
The Foundation Scholarship is a means-tested award for Year 7, 10, or 11 entry that fully covers tuition fees. It is funded by members of the school community.
What is the school's history?
Founded in 1908 by Miss Isobel Davies with seven pupils in a cottage named Hinemoa. Roseville has grown from 24 students in its first year to a thriving school on the North Shore.
