Create Your Personalised School Shortlist

What best describes your situation?

Where are you looking for schools?

What type of school are you looking for?

School Types
Primary – Schools for children in Kindergarten/Prep to Year 6.
Secondary – Schools for students in Years 7 to 12.
Combined – Schools that offer both primary and secondary education (K–12).

Which school sectors are you considering?

School Sectors
Government – Public schools run by the state or territory government.
Catholic – Fee paying schools affiliated with the Catholic Church
Independent – Fee paying schools run privately, including religious and non-religious institutions.

Would you like the school to align with a particular religion?

Religion
Catholic – Affiliated with the Catholic Church
Anglican – Affiliated with the Anglican Church
Christian – Follows Christian teachings (non-Catholic/Anglican)
Jewish – Follows Jewish faith and cultural practices
Islamic – Follows Islamic faith and values
Non-religious / Secular – No religious affiliation or faith-based curriculum (includes all Government schools).
No Preference – Open to schools of any or no religion
Other – Affiliated with another faith not listed here

What is your preference for the school’s gender composition?

Gender Composition
Co-educational – Boys and girls attend together.
All Girls – Girls-only school.
All Boys – Boys-only school.

What school size would you prefer? 

How important is a school’s academic ranking to you?

Academic Ranking
Elite – Typically in the top 5% nationally
Top – Typically in the top 20% within their state
Standard – Standard: Schools outside the above categories

Academic Requirements

Special Requirements
Special Education School – A school that supports students with disability or additional learning needs.
International Baccalaureate – A globally recognised curriculum focused on critical thinking, inquiry and global citizenship.
Boarding – Offers on-campus living for students during the school term.
Steiner – An alternative education approach focused on creativity, imagination, and holistic learning.
Montessori – A student-led learning approach that encourages independence and hands-on exploration.
Academically Selective – Enrolment is based on academic performance, typically via entrance exams.
Special Interest Selective School – Schools that specialise in areas like sport, music, or performing arts, with entry often based on demonstrated talent.
Opportunity Classes (NSW only) – Public school classes for high-achieving Year 5–6 students, selected via testing.
Round Square School – Part of a global network promoting leadership, service, and international understanding.
Bilingual or Language Immersion Program – Programs where students learn in two languages across key subjects.
Duke of Edinburgh Award (QLD only) – A youth development program that encourages leadership, community service, and outdoor learning.
Online Only - Schools that are predominately online and offer distance learning.

Special Requirements

Special Requirements
Special Education School – A school that supports students with disability or additional learning needs.
International Baccalaureate – A globally recognised curriculum focused on critical thinking, inquiry and global citizenship.
Boarding – Offers on-campus living for students during the school term.
Steiner – An alternative education approach focused on creativity, imagination, and holistic learning.
Montessori – A student-led learning approach that encourages independence and hands-on exploration.
Academically Selective – Enrolment is based on academic performance, typically via entrance exams.
Special Interest Selective School – Schools that specialise in areas like sport, music, or performing arts, with entry often based on demonstrated talent.
Opportunity Classes (NSW only) – Public school classes for high-achieving Year 5–6 students, selected via testing.
Round Square School – Part of a global network promoting leadership, service, and international understanding.
Bilingual or Language Immersion Program – Programs where students learn in two languages across key subjects.
Duke of Edinburgh Award (QLD only) – A youth development program that encourages leadership, community service, and outdoor learning.
Online Only - Schools that are predominately online and offer distance learning.

What's most important?

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