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.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities; day school only.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement There is no school uniform requirement. Dress code and Sunsmart guidelines apply, including hats for outdoor wear and safety-related clothing rules.	Uniform requirement All students wear the Redlands School Uniform; the new uniform is compulsory from the first day of Term 1 2026. Blazers are compulsory for formal events; shirts must be tucked in; black polished leather shoes; ties are worn by boys and optional for girls at formal events.
Food options	Food options After School Care includes afternoon tea. Vacation Care includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.	Food options —
House system	House system The school has a house system with named houses: Grimm House; Elisabeth Selbert House; Paul Klee House; Gutenberg House; Albert Einstein House; Ludwig Leichhardt House; Clara Schumann House; Sophie Scholl House; Pestalozzi House. Marlene Dietrich Hall is a sports facility on campus.	House system The school has a four-house system: Cowper, McDouall, Roseby and Dumolo.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is an Australian public company limited by guarantee, registered as German School Johannes Gutenberg (ACN 003 484 204). The Board of Directors is elected by the members and oversees the school's governance and performance; all board work is voluntary.	Governance and ownership The school is owned and operated by SCECGS Redlands Limited, a public company limited by guarantee. The Board of Directors governs and appoints the Principal; not more than four Directors are nominated by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney and not more than eight Directors are elected by the Members of SCECGS Redlands Limited.
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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
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.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The school focuses on social and emotional learning by teaching and modelling self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, respectful relationships and responsible decision making. A safe, cooperative environment is provided for all students, with emphasis on belonging, safety, culturally responsive learning, and positive relationships. A specialist Redlands Wellbeing team collaborates with staff to develop a continuum of positive behaviour programs and to strengthen Social & Emotional Learning practices. The program includes Circle Time activities, Friendship Clubs at lunchtime, and restorative practices as needed. Students are supported to become responsible, resilient problem-solvers and global citizens.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language All classes are held in English, and students with limited English skills undertake an independent language assessment to assess readiness for enrolment with AEAS or IELTS. Some students may be required to attend an Intensive English Language Course with an external provider such as Elite College of English prior to application. Redlands requires at least Upper Intermediate Standard English for Secondary School.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing The Wellbeing program focuses on the holistic social and emotional development of students. A safe, cooperative environment is central to daily life at Redlands, with staff collaborating to teach and model self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, respectful relationships and responsible decision making. The specialist Wellbeing team works with staff to implement a continuum of positive behaviour programs and to strengthen Social & Emotional Learning across daily routines, Circle Time and lunchtime activities. The aim is to help students become responsible, resilient problem-solvers and global citizens.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Dedicated safeguarding specialists support students, staff and the wider school community on safeguarding matters and can be contacted at safeguarding@redlands.nsw.edu.au. The Redlands Board and Executive Team endorse and champion safeguarding.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Terrey Hills campus spans 16,200 square metres and comprises 10 buildings. Since moving to Terrey Hills in August 2008, the school has expanded with new classrooms in 2018 and 2022 that meet the eco-friendly Passivhaus standard. The campus contains a central lobby, administration offices and a library surrounding learning spaces. Enhanced learning spaces include air-conditioned classrooms and a wireless network, with laptops available for younger students and BYOD from Year 7 onward. Environmentally friendly features include rainwater harvesting, waterless urinals and a 10 kW solar installation powering part of the campus.	Facilities overview The Master Plan guides redevelopment across Redlands' three campuses to create a cohesive learning environment from Preschool to Year 12. A central campus green anchors the Senior Campus, linking the academic core to redevelopment sites and stitching together spaces for wellbeing, sport and community life. The plan delivers harmonious, flexible spaces across campuses to support holistic education and collaboration, bringing the three campuses together as one cohesive school community. Senior Campus Projects include a dedicated Sports, Wellness and Performing Arts Centre, a Science, Technology and Innovation Centre, and refurbishment of the Lang and Humphery Buildings, with Roseby Library relocated to the Lang Building. The Master Plan preserves the identity of each learning environment while enhancing overall facilities for future learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Key sports facilities include an Indoor Sports Hall, mostly underground, with a stage and capacity for performances and assemblies of up to 400 people. A covered Outdoor Multisports Field was added in 2015. The school also uses the neighbouring Terrey Hills Swim School for parts of its physical education program. Varied outdoor play areas with sun covers support outdoor activities.	Sports facilities The Senior Campus will include a dedicated Sports, Wellness and Performing Arts Centre to enable diverse sport and performing arts offerings. A central campus green provides space for recreation, physical activity and community gatherings as part of student wellbeing. The Master Plan emphasises spaces that encourage physical activity and wellbeing as core elements of the school experience.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus comprises 10 buildings that accommodate Preschool, Primary, Junior Secondary and Senior School (IBDP). Specialist rooms for science, arts and music, plus an IB Study Centre, are on site and the library is centrally located. In 2018 and 2022 the school extended with new classrooms built to the passive house standard. In October 2017 classrooms were retrofitted with air conditioning, and from Year 7 onwards students bring their own laptops with a wireless network available in every classroom.	Academic facilities A Science, Technology and Innovation Centre will be built to support interdisciplinary learning and industry partnerships. The Lang Building will house the Roseby Library after relocation from its current site, following refurbishment of the Humphery Building. The Master Plan aims to create flexible, modern academic spaces that connect learning across subjects and campuses.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities After School & Vacation Care is provided through Extend, offering after-school care for Kindergarten to Year 6 and Vacation Care with daytime programs and activities such as science, cooking and sport; sessions run after school and during holidays and are located in the Elisabeth Selbert Building next to the library. Extend's ASC hours are Monday to Friday from 3:15 pm to 6:00 pm for Kindergarten to Year 6, with Vacation Care from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. GISS Football Academy offers football training in partnership with Borussia Dortmund (BVB), with weekly sessions and an introductory package available for term participation.	Extra curricular facilities The Sports, Wellness and Performing Arts Centre enables diverse sports and performing arts offerings for cocurricular programs. The Central Campus Green serves as a hub for recreation, outdoor activities and community gatherings. Wellbeing and holistic development are underpinning principles of the Master Plan, guiding the design of spaces that support student life beyond the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school began on February 7, 1989 as the German School Johannes Gutenberg in Prospect and moved to Ryde in January 1992, with Preschool opening in 1993. In 2002 it adopted the trading name German International School Sydney and acquired land in Terrey Hills. Construction in Terrey Hills began in 2006 with funding from Germany (over AUD 13 million) and teaching commenced at the Terrey Hills site in August 2008. In 2010 two new buildings housing a library and additional classrooms were added, and the land area was doubled by purchasing part of a neighbour's land. Four classrooms were added in 2017–2018, and in early 2022 three modular classrooms opened to an eco-friendly passive-house standard.	History The school opened in 1884 as the College for Girls in Milsons Point and moved to Redlands, Military Road in 1899. In 1946 Miss Roseby sold Redlands to Sydney Church of England Girls' Grammar School (SCEGGS). The first boys were admitted to the Junior and Prep Schools in 1981, marking co-education; the International Baccalaureate was introduced in 1982; the school celebrated its centenary in 1984. The Cremorne campus opened in 2011 (now the Junior Campus) and a new Preparatory School and Dunnet Hall opened in 2018. A New Learning Hub opened on the Senior Campus in 2020, the Fahl Garden opened in 2021, and in 2024 a Master Plan was announced to restructure the campus into a single K-6 Junior School.
Community	Community The GISS community is multicultural and lively, with over 390 students from 20 countries and more than 50 teachers and 12 administration staff. Approximately 230 GISS families form the active Parent Representative Council (PRC) and the School Board. There is an alumni group for current and former students and teachers.	Community The RPFA coordinates parent involvement and organizes community events; it meets twice a term with representatives of the School Executive, the Board and the Foundation. The RPFA is the first point of contact for Redlands community events or support and organizes events that involve parents and friends of Redlands, including Friends of Groups for sports and cocurricular activities. Redlands hosts a range of community events such as Gala Ball, Gala Arts, and a Community Golf Day, and alumni events celebrate connections within the Redlands community. Redlands is a Round Square member and participates in events such as World Ocean Day with partner schools, reflecting a commitment to global citizenship. The school marked its 140-year anniversary with a series of community events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The PRC and the School Board are active governance bodies within GISS. GISS families participate in school life through these groups. The school hosts major community events with extensive parent and student volunteering. The Christmas Market is the biggest community event of the year, featuring German food, music, games and activities, supported by Cupra and the Casella Family. Volunteers contribute to cooking and organizing, with heartfelt thanks to all involved.	Parent teacher association The RPFA is the Redlands Parents and Friends Association, a group of committed parents who support the broad activities of the Redlands School community. It is the first point of contact for Redlands community events or support. The RPFA meets twice a term, with representatives from the School Executive, the Board and the Foundation, providing a forum to raise and discuss matters. It coordinates parent involvement and supports school activities through Friends of Groups for sports and cocurricular activities. It collaborates with the Community Engagement team to support giving and the School's strategic priorities, and it helps welcome new members via Parent Contact Groups. It fosters parent voice and involvement across the Redlands community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Science & Experiments (B1) is offered for Year 1–4; Year 5–6 work on a project for the Science Fair. STE(A)M (B2) provides coding, robotics, 3D design/printing and media exploration. Technology (B3) covers video creation, audio integration, stop-motion, podcasts and augmented reality projects.	Academic & intellectual An extensive range of co-curricular activities broadens student intellectual development beyond the classroom. There is a strong performing arts program with music ensembles, drama and musical theatre, and an integrated ballet and dance academy. The Redlands Dance Academy provides full ballet and dance training with hundreds of students and pathways to prestigious training institutions. Outdoor Education camps develop resilience, teamwork and practical problem‑solving, and Year 9+ participants may undertake the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. The Winter School is a residential program that blends academic study with snowsports at the High Country Campus.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Performing Arts is an integral part of life with a diverse program across Dance, Music, Drama and Theatre. The Redlands Ballet and Dance Academy offers a full ballet and dance program and counts current students in prestigious training institutions such as The Australian Ballet School Interstate Training Program and Queensland Ballet's Guest Academy Program. Dance Curriculum is offered from Years 8–12 with HSC and IB options, including performance and composition. Drama and Theatre provide extensive extracurricular opportunities, including the annual senior musical and various drama ensembles. Music ensembles and performance opportunities are available across junior and senior levels.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Exchange Program: Students have the opportunity to participate in a student exchange with Germany, visiting Germany for about three weeks every two years; includes a week staying with a host family and visits to our German partner school. German as an Additional Language (DaF) is taught with CLIL integration and language support; Year 7 entry leads into CLIL subjects such as Art, Music and PE in German, with ongoing language development and the option to participate in a Year 9/10 exchange. The school hosts community language events such as the Christmas Market and excursions to the Goethe Institute.	Cultural & language Redlands has families from over 50 countries, creating an international educational experience. The school connects to Round Square, offering international learning trips, international and virtual exchanges, and international collaborations to build language skills and cultural understanding. A Round Square Club and related activities provide opportunities for student leadership and global citizenship. The international orientation is complemented by cultural events and exchanges across the network.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Co-Curricular Activities (AGs) are available for Year 1–6 on Tuesdays; students select one activity per term. GISS Football Academy provides professional football training in partnership with Borussia Dortmund, with holiday camps and programs for boys and girls aged U6–U17.	Social & hobbies There is an extensive range of co-curricular activities to encourage students to explore their interests and talents. A strong performing arts program runs across music, dance, drama and theatre, complemented by the Redlands Ballet and Dance Academy. Outdoor Education camps are a key feature, aiming to enhance self‑confidence, life skills and environmental awareness, with Year 9+ students able to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. Winter School offers a unique residential program combining academic study with snowsports.
Community & service	Community & service Social Entrepreneurship – AG has run since 2021 for Years 3–7, connecting students to the community and industry. Students develop entrepreneurship skills, design thinking, budgeting and financial literacy. Teams present ideas to leadership, use start-up capital and donate profits to charities, supporting global citizenship.	Community & service Round Square provides opportunities for service and leadership through international learning trips, international exchanges and virtual collaborations, connecting students with like‑minded schools worldwide. A Redlands Round Square Club was launched in 2024 to explore leadership, service, adventure and inclusivity. International collaboration and service projects are embedded in the student experience through Round Square activities and events.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Student Representative Council (SRC) was elected in Term 1, 2024. The SRC informs students about important issues, holds regular meetings with class captains, and organises events and fundraisers to support the charity 'A Girl & Her World.'	Leadership & professional Leadership opportunities begin in the Junior School, where Year 2 students conduct weekly assemblies and hold roles such as Environment Patrol, Library Monitors and the Big Buddy program. In Years 3–6, student leaders are elected as School Captains, Sports Captains, Arts Captains, Environment Captains and House Captains, with additional leadership roles in Student Wellbeing, Technology and Library. In the Secondary School, leadership continues with Year Group representatives on the Student Representative Council and culminating in the election of School Captains, Sports Captains, Arts Captains, Environment Captains, Service Captains and House Captains in Year 11; Year 12 prefects also lead the school. There are Captains for each sport and cocurricular activity as well.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing GISS Football Academy provides high-level training and holiday camps in partnership with Borussia Dortmund. After School & Vacation Care runs Monday to Friday after school and during holidays, offering activities including science, cooking and sport. Swimming Carnivals and other sports events are part of school life.	Lifestyle & wellbeing A wide range of sports is offered, including basketball, netball, hockey, football, rugby, AFL, snowsports, sailing and more, with participation in representative sport for Years 5–12. Outdoor Education camps are designed to build fitness, self‑reliance and teamwork, and all students from Year 9 onward may participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. Winter School is a unique residential program combining academic study with Snowsports in the Snowy Mountains.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and German are core languages of instruction. Primary features six English and five German lessons weekly, with Maths and General Studies taught in German. From Year 6, French is available as a foreign language and Spanish from Year 8; German is offered as a foreign language for students not fluent. Religion is taught in German and Ethics in English from Year 1, with CLIL providing language support across Arts, Music and PE.	Language provision French, Spanish, Latin, Mandarin and Japanese are offered. All classes are taught in English. English language support for international enrollees includes English proficiency assessments (AEAS or IELTS) and, in some cases, an Intensive English Language Course with an external provider prior to application.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English and German are the languages of instruction across Preschool to Year 10. Primary uses six English and five German lessons weekly, with Maths and General Studies taught in German. Arts, Music and PE are taught in German with integrated language support (CLIL), and Religion is taught in German or Ethics in English from Year 1. In Junior Secondary, Maths, Biology, Humanities and History can be taken in either English or German.	Bilingual teaching The school does not offer bilingual teaching.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs An intensive language immersion programme leads to bilingual competency in English and German. Preschoolers participate in immersion with highly qualified bilingual teachers. The program enables second-language acquisition through authentic experiences in both languages, with pace tailored to each child.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Australian Education Awards 2025: Redlands shortlisted as Excellence Awardees in four categories (Primary School Teacher of the Year – Non-Government – Nathan Stubbs; Secondary School Teacher of the Year – Non-Government – Rachael Riley; Best Student Wellbeing Program; Best Professional Learning Program). 5 Star Innovative School for 2025. Sustainable Schools NSW School of the Year 2023.
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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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