Enrolment Information

Considering our school for your child?

We’re here to guide you through the enrolment application process. Applications are accepted one year prior for primary schools and two years prior for secondary schools.

We warmly welcome applications from all families. Enrolment offers are made in accordance with the Sydney Catholic Schools Enrolment Policy and available places. Where applications exceed available places, enrolment priority is determined according to the enrolment categories outlined in the Policy.

Please select the box below that applies to you to get started:

First Time Enrolling

If you’re a newcomer to Sydney Catholic Schools, we’re here to guide you through the process.

Enrolling a Sibling

If you already have a child enrolled in a Sydney Catholic School, we’re here to guide you throughout the process.

Changing Schools

If your child is already attending a Sydney Catholic School and you wish to enrol in another, we’re here to guide you throughout the process.

Enrolments open

Please contact us about our enrolment availability and key dates.

Open Days/School Tours

Please check out our visit our school page for our Open Day/School Tour details.

Enrolment applications deadline

Enrolment applications are due before the last week of March, please confirm with our office administration for specific dates. Year 7 submissions are due 2 years prior to commencement (when students are in Year 5).

Interviews

Interviews for placement at our schools, take place once your enrolment submission has been made.

Enrolment offer letters

Enrolment offer letters will be sent no later than the 1st July – Year 7 letters are sent 2 years prior to commencement (when students are in Year 5).

Spaces may become available after the main enrolment intake, so we encourage you to still submit your enrolment application. Please contact our office administration for more information including specific enrolment dates.

Sydney Catholic Schools warmly welcomes applications from families of all backgrounds who are willing to support our Catholic values and mission. Applications are assessed in accordance with the Sydney Catholic Schools Enrolment Policy and the availability of places. Please note: submitting an application does not guarantee an enrolment offer.

Enrolments for Kindergarten are accepted in the year prior for our primary schools and two years prior (when the student is in Year 5) for Year 7 entry. Occasionally, some of our schools may have limited vacancies in some Years (Years 1 -6 and Years 8-12). Please contact our school office to find out more.

The application will save as you progress, you can return to complete the application in stages if you need to.

If English isn’t your first language Google Translate is available in the online application to assist you.

Before getting started save time by having the below documents photographed or scanned and ready:

  • Birth Certificate
  • Immunisation Certificate
  • Parish Priest reference form (if applicable)
  • A small, recent photo of the student
  • Baptismal and Sacramental Certificate/s (if applicable)
  • Most recent school report (if applicable)
  • Most recent NAPLAN results (if applicable)
  • Evidence of residency status (if applicable)
  • Diverse learning needs assessment (if applicable)
  • Relevant medical information/Clinical assessments (if applicable)

Parish Priest Reference Form

If you and your child are Baptised Catholics who regularly worship at a local Parish you may wish to ask your Parish Priest to complete the Parish Priest reference form. Once you have completed your part of this form please drop it off at the Parish Office for your Parish Priest to complete and he will return the form to the schools.

We note that the Parish Priest reference form is not mandatory and is optional for those parents/carers who are applying for category one consideration in the order of priority.

Baptismal Certificate

To obtain a copy of your child’s Baptismal certificate, you could contact the Church in which your child was baptised, or alternatively, contact your current parish priest and ask for a reference.

Don’t attend Church or have a relationship with a Parish?

Yes, you can enrol your child. All applications are assessed using the Sydney Catholic Schools enrolment policy.

Do I need to know what year I wish to start my child?

Yes, for the application to be complete, we need to know what year you are intending to start your child.

Do I have to put more than one preference in my application?

Applicants will need to enter two schools in order of preference.

Before you complete your application, you can use the school finder here, to find out your Pathway and nearby schools.

How will my application be assessed?

Applications are assessed in accordance with the Sydney Catholic Schools Enrolment Policy and the availability of places at the school. Where demand exceeds available places, applications are prioritised according to the enrolment categories.

Can I complete a paper application form?

Here is a downloadable version of the application form which you can print out, complete and return to your first school of choice.

How are enrolment applications prioritised?

Sydney Catholic Schools enrolment applications are assessed according to the Enrolment Policy (refer to 5.0 Criteria) and available places at each school. Priority considerations may include Catholic affiliation, sibling connections, feeder school pathways and other factors outlined in the policy.

Can non-Catholic families apply?

Yes. Sydney Catholic Schools warmly welcomes applications from families of all backgrounds who are willing to support the Catholic values and mission of the school.

What happens after I submit my application?

After submitting your application, the school will review your information and contact you regarding the next steps in the enrolment application process. This may include requests for additional documentation, an interview, or communication regarding the outcome of your application.

What if there are more applications than places available?

In the instance where applications exceed places available in a particular year level, applications are assessed in accordance with the Sydney Catholic Schools Enrolment Policy and enrolment categories.

How will I know if my child has been accepted?

Families will be contacted regarding the outcome of their application. Where an offer of enrolment is made, enrolment offer letters are typically issued from 1 July onwards.

What if I am unsuccessful in securing a place for my child at my preferred school?

Your preferred school will contact you to inform your application has been unsuccessful and offer suggestions of neighbouring schools that may have availability. Use the School Finder to learn more about nearby schools.

Can I pay my acceptance fee online?

Your school will send you details about how to pay your enrolment acceptance fee once you have accepted your offer of enrolment.

Is my data safe?

All data you provide online is securely collected and kept confidential to ensure your privacy is protected in line with our Privacy Policy.

I can’t find my compass information

If you are having trouble logging into Compass, you may need to reset your password. Please find more information here.

Need Support? We’re here to help.

Please contact the school office (of the school you wish to enrol in) for further assistance.

Need Support? We’re here to help.

Please contact the school office (of the school you wish to enrol in) for further assistance.

Year 2026 – 2027: We are currently at full capacity for 2026 and 2027. Applications received for those years will be placed on our waiting list. Please note that our waiting list does move and we appreciate your patience.

Year 7 2028: Applications are now closed.

Year 7 2029 and Beyond: If you are looking ahead to 2029 or beyond, we encourage you to complete our Expression of Interest form. This helps us know you’re interested and ensures you’ll be among the first to be notified when the formal application process opens for your son’s age group.