Enrol

Our school welcomes enrolments throughout the school year. Enrol today or talk to us to find out how your child can join our school.

Ready to enrol?

We’re excited to welcome your family to our school community! To begin your journey, simply complete our online application form.

Enrol online

How to enrol

Every child has the right to access quality public education in their local community. If you live in our local intake area, start your journey to join our vibrant school community today. Follow these key steps:

1. Check your eligibility:  use School Finder to confirm if your address is within our local intake area.
2. Read:  other enrolment details for our school.
3. Apply online:  complete our online enrolment application.

Visit NSW Department of Education for more information on enrolling in NSW public schools including:

• local intake areas
• non-local enrolments
• additional learning needs
• starting or transitioning to school
• moving schools
• other ways to enrol.

Enrolment Categories

• Local Students: Priority is given to students living within the local intake area.

• Out-of-Area Students: Applications from outside the local intake area are accepted but subject to availability and Department policies.

• International Students and Temporary Residents:  Northmead High School welcomes applications from international students and those holding temporary residency visas. Additional documentation, including visa status and guardianship details, must be provided. Please contact the school for specific enrolment requirements and support services.

  CRICOS Provider Name: NSW Department of Education | CRICOS Provider Code: 00588M

  For more information visit: https://www.deinternational.nsw.edu.au/

• CAPA Program Applicants:  Students interested in our Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) program must complete the standard enrolment process and submit an application for the CAPA program. Auditions or portfolio submissions are required as part of the selection process.
  More information about the audition process can be found here

School contributions

In NSW public schools, all financial contributions are voluntary. Every student has full access to the curriculum, regardless of whether contributions are made.

For more information, see Voluntary school contributions on the Department of Education's website.

Download our enrolment form

If you don’t want to enrol online, you can download and fill out the enrolment form. Then hand it in at our school's front office.

Application to enrol in a NSW government school (PDF 696KB)

Visit us before you enrol

Starting a new school is a big step. We're here to help make the transition a smooth and positive experience for every student and their family.

Contact us to learn the date of our next open day, where you can explore our facilities, meet our welcoming staff, and discover how we can support you before your child begins at our school.

Does your child need extra support?

Our learning and support team is here to help. Visit Additional learning support before you complete the enrolment form to learn how we can best support your child.

Learn more